* Water Therapy: Even modern medicine advises that hypertension should be treated by an increase in daily water intake. Lack of adequate water intake dehydrates the cells. Place a big jug near your desk so you are constantly reminded to drink from it.

Drink at least 10-12 glasses of water daily. After you get up from bed in the morning, drink 1 litre of water i.e., 2 to 3 glasses. Try to avoid drinking water during a meal.

* Laughter Therapy: It is important to laugh at least thrice a day. A hearty laugh emanating from the belly elevates the mind, body and the entire nervous system to their ideal natural balance and negates deficiencies and ailments. Laughing is also the key to de-stressing the mind and also improves a person's general outlook and demeanour.

Following a healthy lifestyle is the best and safest way to control blood pressure.

Eat fruits and vegetables that are rich in potassium, magnesium and calcium like potatoes, tomatoes, bananas, dried apricots, orange, nuts, seeds, dried beans and peas. Reduce the intake of salt in your diet. Control your caffeine and sugar consumption. Both increase the amount of potassium that is excreted by the kidney.

*Control your weight: Totally avoid alcohol, caffeine and tobacco. If you're a smoker, then start by reducing the numbers of cigarettes you smoke each day.

Identify the origins of your stress and deal with them calmly rather than worrying. Practise an asana and Pranayam daily to control your weight and improve your muscle tone. Maintain regular sleep patterns. Go to sleep and wake up at the same time each day.