Chronic Hypertension

I am reading a statement from the president of the University of Western States on the lifestyle and nutritional management of hypertension. I have included it here for your perusal.

“Dr. Vasquez artfully contends that chronic hypertension is a clinical finding of vascular dysfunction that is best managed with exercise and dietary measures, and that chiropractic doctors are uniquely positioned to provide such management. I wholeheartedly agree with him.” Joseph Brimhall, D.C. President, University of Western States, 2010

In his forward to Functional Integrative Medicine for Chronic Hypertension, Dr Vasquez states,

“…heart disease and vascular disorders cause tremendous losses in quality of life for a large segment of the population and are the primary causes of death in our society.  Chronic high blood pressure is both a cause of and an indicator of vascular dysfunction and disease.  For the most part, these health problems are self-inflicted, meaning that they are the result of how we live, what we eat, and how we view health (and healthcare) in general.  Consequently, Dr. Vasquez submits that patients with vascular problems as indicated by chronic hypertension are best managed through dietary changes, nutritional interventions, exercise and other lifestyle modifications.  These natural approaches are almost always more safe and effective than conventional drug-based therapies.”