An innovative approach to lowering blood pressure that builds on the national bestseller The Relaxation ResponseFor the 100 million people worldwide dealing with high blood pressure, bestselling author Dr. Herbert Benson and cardiac wellness expert Aggie Casey have created a proven plan for lowering blood pressureBased on the groundbreaking work done at the Mind/Body Medical Institute, the authors' program goes beyondadvice about nutrition and exercise to incorporate a proven stress-management program--including the relaxation response.Key featuresEasy-to-follow diet and nutrition guidelinesDirectives for heart-healthy exerciseProven relaxation techniques for managing stress and improving cardiovascular healthExpert advice on how to talk to your doctor about your blood pressureThe low-down on blood pressure lowering drugs and their side effectsTips on how to create a personalized program that's just right for you