This paper examines the different ways that the human body is affected by hypertension, or high blood pressure, as it is
commonly referred to in the lay community. The author defines both high and low blood pressure and presents some of the problems associated with both of these diseases. The paper then continues to discuss some of the different causes of hypertension including a high sodium intake, hormonal imbalances, obesity, improper diet and an unhealthy lifestyle. These different
factors are addressed in detail and presented alongside a list of the different symptoms that someone suffering from hypertension may have in order to further educate the reader about this sometimes silent killer. The drug and non-drug treatments currently available to hypertension patients are covered in detail. These include drug options that are currently available as well as weight management tips, the benefits of stopping to smoke and drink and the removal of stress from one's life.