Hypertension - Causes and Treatments- July 29, 2006 Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is a major problem in America today. A combination of factors has led to the increase in cases of hypertension. Americans today are more likely to be obese than they were twenty years ago. The sedentary lifestyle and high fat and sodium intake of the average American are just two factors that contribute to high blood pressure. There is no identifiable primary cause for hypertension. Doctors believe it is due to genetics. However, there are several...http://hypertensionhelpcenter.com/hypertension |