Overcoming Hypertension

Like a time bomb ticking away, hypertensionbuilds quietly, gradually, placing unbearable strain onthe body until it explodes—in heart attack,stroke, kidney failure, arterial disease, even death.But the disease does not have to progress thatway. Here, in the third volume of the highlyacclaimed Preventive Medicine Program,Dr. Kenneth H. Cooper, one of the nations foremostexperts in the field of preventive medicine,presents a medically sound, reassuringly simple programthat help you lower you blood pressure—and keepit down, often without drugs. OvercomingHypertension givesyou-

—The latest facts on how cholesterol, cigarettesmoking, obesity, and stress affect coronary risklevels.

—Your high blood pressurerisk profile, with newly devised charts for menand women.

—A complete fitnessprogram that lets you choose the sport that works foryou. Plus a unique illustrated guide toaqua-aerobics.

—Tips on talking to yourdoctor that will help you become an activeparticipant in your own recovery.

—Aguide to anti-hypertensive drugs—the most up-to-datelist of medications, their recommended dailydoses, and ways to minimize sideeffects.

—Three distinct dietary programs, complete withmenus, recipes, nutritional charts, healthy cookingtips, and much more.

—Takecharge of your health and well-being withOvercomingHypertension.

Author Biography

Kenneth H. Cooper, MD, MPH, is recognized internationally as the “father of aerobics” and is the leading spokesman for the preventative medicine movement.A graduate of the University of Oklahoma School of Medicine and the Harvard University School of Public Health, he introduced the termaerobicsto the world with his bestsellerAerobics. Soon after publication of this major work, he founded the Cooper Clinic, the Cooper Aerobics Center, and the Cooper Institute for Aerobics Research in Dallas. During his career, Dr. Cooper has authored many books, which have sold more than 30 million copies, includingThe Aerobics Program for Total Well-Being,Aerobics for Women(with Mildred Cooper),The Antioxidant Revolution,Preventing Osteoporosis,Overcoming Hypertension,Kid Fitness, andControlling Cholesterol.