Download or read book A Population Based Policy and Systems Change Approach to Prevent and Control Hypertension written by Institute of Medicine and published by National Academies Press. This book was released on 2010-08-13 with total page 236 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hypertension is one of the leading causes of death in the United States, affecting nearly one in three Americans. It is prevalent in adults and endemic in the older adult population. Hypertension is a major contributor to cardiovascular morbidity and disability. Although there is a simple test to diagnose hypertension and relatively inexpensive drugs to treat it, the disease is often undiagnosed and uncontrolled. A Population-Based Policy and Systems Change Approach to the Prevention and Control Hypertension identifies a small set of high-priority areas in which public health officials can focus their efforts to accelerate progress in hypertension reduction and control. It offers several recommendations that embody a population-based approach grounded in the principles of measurement, system change, and accountability. The recommendations are designed to shift current hypertension reduction strategies from an individual-based approach to a population-based approach. They are also designed to improve the quality of care provided to individuals with hypertension and to strengthen the Center for Disease Control and Prevention's leadership in seeking a reduction in the sodium intake in the American diet to meet dietary guidelines. The book is an important resource for federal public health officials and organizations, especially the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, as well as medical professionals and community health workers.
Download or read book Diabetes and Hypertension written by Samy I. McFarlane and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2012-10-19 with total page 196 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Diabetes and hypertension have evolved as two of the modern day epidemics affecting millions of people around the world. These two common co-morbidities lead to substantial increase in cardiovascular disease, the major cause of morbidity and mortality of adults around the world. In Diabetes and Hypertension: Evaluation and Management, a panel of renowned experts address a range of critical topics -- from basic concepts in evaluation and management of diabetes and hypertension, such as dietary interventions, to evaluation and management of secondary hypertension in clinical practice. Other chapters focus on high cardiovascular risk populations such as those with coronary heart disease, chronic kidney disease and minority patients. In addition, evolving concepts and new developments in the field are presented in other chapters, such as prevention of type 2 diabetes and the epidemic of sleep apnea and its implication for diabetes and hypertension evaluation and management. An important title covering two of the most troubling disorders of our time, Diabetes and Hypertension: Evaluation and Management will provide the busy practitioner with cutting edge knowledge in the field as well as practical information that can translate into better care provided to the high-risk population of diabetics and hypertensive patients.
Download or read book Learning to Live with Hypertension written by Lucille H. Davis and published by . This book was released on 1991 with total page 136 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Your Guide to Lowering Your Blood Pressure with Dash written by U. S. Department Human Services and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2012-07-09 with total page 62 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book by the National Institutes of Health (Publication 06-4082) and the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute provides information and effective ways to work with your diet because what you choose to eat affects your chances of developing high blood pressure, or hypertension (the medical term). Recent studies show that blood pressure can be lowered by following the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) eating plan-and by eating less salt, also called sodium. While each step alone lowers blood pressure, the combination of the eating plan and a reduced sodium intake gives the biggest benefit and may help prevent the development of high blood pressure. This book, based on the DASH research findings, tells how to follow the DASH eating plan and reduce the amount of sodium you consume. It offers tips on how to start and stay on the eating plan, as well as a week of menus and some recipes. The menus and recipes are given for two levels of daily sodium consumption-2,300 and 1,500 milligrams per day. Twenty-three hundred milligrams is the highest level considered acceptable by the National High Blood Pressure Education Program. It is also the highest amount recommended for healthy Americans by the 2005 "U.S. Dietary Guidelines for Americans." The 1,500 milligram level can lower blood pressure further and more recently is the amount recommended by the Institute of Medicine as an adequate intake level and one that most people should try to achieve. The lower your salt intake is, the lower your blood pressure. Studies have found that the DASH menus containing 2,300 milligrams of sodium can lower blood pressure and that an even lower level of sodium, 1,500 milligrams, can further reduce blood pressure. All the menus are lower in sodium than what adults in the United States currently eat-about 4,200 milligrams per day in men and 3,300 milligrams per day in women. Those with high blood pressure and prehypertension may benefit especially from following the DASH eating plan and reducing their sodium intake.
Download or read book High Blood Pressure written by James W. Reed and published by Hilton Publishing. This book was released on 2002 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Designed for the lay reader who has recently been diagnosed with hypertension, this book discusses major symptoms, prevention techniques, risk factors, complications, and treatment and emphasizes self-care, stress management, and empowerment.
Download or read book Mayo Clinic 5 Steps to Controlling High Blood Pressure written by Sheldon G. Sheps and published by Rosetta Books. This book was released on 2015-12-04 with total page 365 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: How to play a vital role in your own health and longevity: A handbook from“one of the most reliable, respected health resources that Americans have” (Publishers Weekly). This easy-to-use guide will help you understand the many issues related to high blood pressure and assist you in preventing it, managing it, and making essential treatment decisions. · Learn which single factor you can do the most about when it comes to influencing your blood pressure. This one step may be all it takes to lower your blood pressure and keep it under control. · How losing as little as 10 pounds may reduce your blood pressure to a healthier level—includes practical help for maintaining a healthier weight. · Discover a great alternative that may lower your blood pressure just about as much as medications—without the expense of prescriptions. · Why your blood pressure goes down if you make your heart stronger—and dozens of tips to realize this goal. · How to manage your sodium intake. · Information about medications for when changes in lifestyle aren't enough and more
Download or read book High Blood Pressure written by James W. M.D. Reed (F.A.C.P., F.A.C.E.) and published by . This book was released on 2002 with total page 142 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book How to Control Your Blood Pressure and Get More Out of Life a Comprehensive Guide to Living with Hypertension written by Haynes, R. Brian (Robert Brian) and published by . This book was released on 1986 with total page 143 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book 40 Days to Better Living Hypertension written by Scott Morris and published by Barbour Books. This book was released on 2013-04 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Millions experience high blood pressure--and 40 Days to Better Living: Hypertension provides clear, manageable steps for you to manage it, through life-changing attitudes and actions. If you're ready to really live better, select one or more elements of the 7-step Model for Healthy Living--Faith, Medical, Movement, Work, Emotional, Family and Friends, and Nutrition--and follow the 40-day plan to improve your life, just a bit, day by day. With plenty of practical advice, biblical encouragement, and stories of real people who've taken the same journey, this book--from the Church Health Center in Memphis, the largest faith-based clinic of its type in the U.S.--may be the most important book you read this year!
Download or read book Fix Your High Blood Pressure in 90 Days Or Less written by Joseph Amagada and published by . This book was released on 2022-07-21 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "After reading this book, most lay people will know as much or more about elevated blood pressure than their doctor does, and most physicians will be far better able to effectively treat their patients with hypertension. I would recommend this book to my patients and colleagues, and no doubt will even employ some of his sage wisdom in my own life." Michael Klaper, MD Physician, Author About this book: You're dissatisfied with your current blood pressure control, and you want a way out - but you don't know how to go about it. Don't feel stuck, helpless and powerless because help is here. As you think about what you really need to get rid of the side effects of your blood pressure pills, you begin to realise you have one choice to make, and that is to get your copy of this book. The more you apply the practical tools and knowledge provided in this book, the more you'll see BP readings that will make you happy. Really happy. How satisfying would it feel to not have fatigue, to play with your kids and grandchildren, and end your BP worries when you lower your BP in half the time? A new life of bliss awaits. Author Bio: Dr Joseph Amagada (aka Dr Joe) is a Physician who has been working for the UK National Health Service for the last twenty-four years. Dr Joe's career kicked off as a family physician and later became an obstetrician & gynaecologist but his personal struggles with high blood pressure attracted him to Lifestyle Medicine and he hasn't looked back since. He is now a passionate Lifestyle Medicine expert and a successful high blood pressure Coach and Mentor. Dr Joe is a social media health Guru, a Blogger and an avid researcher with lots of peer-reviewed publications. Dr Joe is a member of the British Society of Lifestyle Medicine.
Download or read book Blood Pressure Down written by Janet Bond Brill, PhD, RD, LDN and published by Harmony. This book was released on 2013-05-07 with total page 354 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For the nearly 78 million Americans with hypertension, a safe, effective lifestyle plan—incorporating the DASH diet principles and much more—for lowering blood pressure naturally If you have high blood pressure, you're not alone: nearly a third of adult Americans have been diagnosed with hypertension, and another quarter are well on their way. Yet a whopping 56 percent of diagnosed patients do not have it under control. The good news? Hypertension is easily treatable (and preventable), and you can take action today to bring your blood pressure down in just four weeks—without the potential dangers and side effects of prescription medications. In Blood Pressure Down, Janet Bond Brill distills what she's learned over decades of helping her patients lower their blood pressure into a ten-step lifestyle plan that's manageable for anyone. You'll: • harness the power of blood pressure power foods like bananas, spinach, and yogurt • start a simple regimen of exercise and stress reduction • stay on track with checklists, meal plans, and more than fifty simple recipes Easy, effective, safe—and delicious—Blood Pressure Down is the encouraging resource that empowers you, or your loved ones, to lower your blood pressure and live a longer, heart-healthy life.
Download or read book Understanding High Blood Pressure written by Ashley Sullivan PharmD and published by As Creative Strategies. This book was released on 2023-10-22 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are you tired of living with high blood pressure and feeling like it has taken over your life? It's time to take control and fix the problem once and for all. Living with high blood pressure is a daunting task. It feels like you're always walking a tightrope, constantly worrying about the risks of complications and struggling to find the right medications and lifestyle changes that work for you. If you feel like your condition is limiting your ability to enjoy the things you love - leaving you feeling frustrated, trapped, and uncertain about the future - you are not alone. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, nearly half of adults in the United States, or 116 million, have hypertension. Of that figure, only about 1 in 4 adults have their condition under control. Why is this alarming? Because in addition to being known as a silent killer, hypertension is also a silent thief that steals away your peace of mind, leaving you wondering if you will still be able to live a "normal life." But there is hope. With the right tools, knowledge, and support, you can take control of your blood pressure and live the life you deserve. That's where this book comes in. Written by a trusted pharmacist, this book offers a unique perspective on hypertension management. You can trust that the information provided is reliable and evidence- based, yet it is presented in a way that is accessible and easy to understand. Here's a fraction of what you'll discover: ● The different types of medications that can manage your hypertension... and how they might interact with foods, supplements, or other drugs you're taking ● The heart of the matter when it comes to the causes of hypertension - find out what specific factors might be putting you at risk so you can avoid them ● Why it's important for pregnant women or women in their 40s to be on alert for high blood pressure (plus tips to stay healthy) ● The underlying medical conditions that can cause your blood pressure to spike... so you can find the right approach to manage your health better ● Easy-to-apply diet modifications and additions - eat healthy for a happy heart ● 10 questions you need to ask your healthcare provider (when it comes to blood pressure medications, it's really better to be safe than sorry) ● How to conquer your fitness fears - feel confident as you move toward a healthier heart and a happier you! ● How to effectively monitor your blood pressure at home... so you can keep track of your progress and create a personalized treatment plan with your healthcare provider ● 15 tips to improve your sleep... plus proven strategies to literally reduce pressure ● What you need to do before going all out dietary supplements - and the vitamin you should avoid at all costs if you're taking blood thinners And much more. Say goodbye to the fear of complications, the frustration of finding the right medications, and the uncertainty of not knowing where to turn for help. From medication and lifestyle changes to complementary therapies that work in tandem with conventional treatments, you'll find everything you need in this book to get your blood pressure back to normal... and keep it that way. Don't let hypertension steal your peace any longer. If you're ready to take charge of your health and discover the hypertension solutions that work, buy this book now!
Download or read book Chart Supplement Pacific written by and published by . This book was released on 2010 with total page 324 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Stress and Hypertension written by Kevin T. Larkin and published by Yale University Press. This book was released on 2008-10-01 with total page 416 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Does living a stress-filled life lead to elevated blood pressure? And if so, do strategies to better manage stress effectively lower blood pressure? In this authoritative and comprehensive book, Kevin T. Larkin examines more than a half-century of empirical evidence obtained to test the common assumption that stress is associated with the onset and maintenance of essential hypertension (high blood pressure). While the research confirms that stress does play a role in the exacerbation of essential hypertension, numerous other factors must also be considered, among them obesity, exercise, and smoking, as well as demographic, constitutional, and psychological concerns. The author discusses the effectiveness of strategies developed to manage stress and thereby lower blood pressure and concludes with suggestions and directions for further study.
Download or read book Controlling High Blood Pressure the Natural Way written by David Carroll and published by Ballantine Books. This book was released on 2000-01-04 with total page 272 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn how to lower high blood pressure medication-free with simple changes to diet and exercise, combined with stress-reducing techniques. Who gets high blood pressure? Should you panic if you or someone you love develops hypertension? How can you help yourself, even if you're in a high-risk group? High blood pressure is commonly the result of an unhealthy lifestyle, and it can almost always be controlled—without debilitating medications—simply by eating the right foods, taking the proper herb and vitamin supplements, getting the correct types of exercise, and practicing such stress-reducing techniques as meditation, visualization, tai chi, and yoga. This book gives you a firm grip on all these tools. Start using them today to build yourself a healthy, circulation-friendly life. FEATURING: • A triple-threat healing program that not only revitalizes your circulation system but also boosts your overall health • A thirty-day food regimen—ninety full menus for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, plus many recipes for delicious foods to eat as you control hypertension
Download or read book How to Live with Your High Blood Pressure written by William Alexander Brams and published by ARCO. This book was released on 1973 with total page 162 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Living with Hypertension A Practical Guide to Understanding and Managing Your Condition written by Mohammad E. Barbati and published by Mohammad E. Barbati. This book was released on with total page 109 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Living with Hypertension - A Practical Guide to Understanding and Managing Your Condition" is a comprehensive guide to help those with hypertension understand and manage their condition. High blood pressure is a common health problem that can lead to serious complications if left untreated. This book provides practical advice and guidance on how to manage hypertension through lifestyle changes, medications, and other treatment options. It covers topics such as nutrition, exercise, stress management, and monitoring blood pressure. The book also provides information on hypertension risk factors, symptoms, diagnosis, and prevention. Written in an easy-to-understand language, this practical guide is an essential resource for anyone living with hypertension or looking to prevent it. It is an empowering tool to help readers take control of their health and improve their quality of life.
