ABSTRACT
As the life span of human is increasing, the population of elderly individuals is growing rapidly worldwide. Hypertension with vascular aging is one of the major risk factor for cardiovascular (CV) morbidity and mortality in elderly individuals. Apart from a risk factor for CV disease, hypertension is also a significant risk for stroke, chronic kidney disease, cognitive impairment, and dementia. Hypertension in older individuals is often accompanied by multiple comorbidities that not only affect their management tremendously but also their quality of life and longevity. In this chapter, evidence-based comprehensive holistic approach for the management of hypertension in the elderly by yogic life-style modality will be discussed.
