High blood pressure is commonly known as the silent killer. It is also one of the biggest killers in Australia and is a major factor in causing heart disease, stroke, renal failure and vascular disease. Robert Kowalski provides all the vital information you need to recognise the risks of high blood pressure together with the practical and drug-free steps to lowering it. Features include how to test your own blood pressure; easy lifestyle ideas and choices; simple exercise programmes; delicious heart-friendly recipes; special considerations for diabetic sufferers and the truths on salt and sodium intakes.