Hypertension,a lifestyle disease is the major contributor of cardiovascular morbidity and mortality.Though controllable ,its prevalence has been increasing worldwide as awareness, treatment and control rates are very poor.In India the situation is alarming and hence needs to be intervened.This book highlights the barriers perceived by hypertensive clients in adopting lifestyle modification practices and also provides a comprehensive educative material which can be used as a ready reckoner by health personnel or patients with hypertension.