Blood pressure is the force of blood pushing against the walls of the arteries as the heart pumps blood. If this pressure rises and stays high over time, it can damage the body in many ways.

High blood pressure (HBP) is a serious condition that can lead to coronary heart disease, heart failure, stroke, kidney failure, and other health problems.

The condition itself usually has no signs or symptoms. You can have it for years without knowing it. During this time, though, HBP can damage your heart, blood vessels, kidneys, and other parts of your body.

So what do we do about this issue?

High blood pressure is simple to diagnosis and there are many methods of treatment. Regularly doctors prescribe medication to control hypertension, but blood pressure often can be lowered using natural, non-pharmaceutical methods.

Lifestyle changes play a big role in blood pressure; losing weight, exercising regularly, eating well, reducing excess sodium, limiting alcohol, quitting smoking, cutting back on caffeine and reducing stress all positively contribute to a healthy blood pressure levels.

Symptoms of High Blood Pressure

1. Severe headaches
2. Chest pain
3. Fatigue
4. Difficulty breathing
5. Pounding in chest, neck or ears
6. Vision problems
7. Irregular heartbeat

Chiropractic Care

Most cases of hypertension can be treated through chiropractic care and other natural therapies, especially if caught early. Before you turn to drugs and their dangerous side effects, consult your neighborhood chiropractor: Dr. Amit Sharda , visit him at: Spinewise Chiropractic Clinic in Bowmanville [http://www.spinewise.ca/] .