Management of essential hypeension is?

Although essential hypeension has no cure, drugs and modifications in diet and lifestyle can control it. Generally, lifestyle modification is the first treatment used, especially in early, mild cases. If this doesn't work, antihypeensive can be staed. Ref: Coronary Aery Disease: Risk Promoters,pathophysiology and Prevention by Rao By Gundu HR Rao, S Thanikachalam, 2005, Page 333 ; Harrison 17th ed chapter 241