This article discusses hypertension as the primary risk factor for coronary artery disease. It also highlights the importance of therapeutic lifestyle changes to control hypertension and prevent CAD. The article explains how hypertension damages the inner lining of arteries, leading to the accumulation of fats and the narrowing of arteries. It also discusses the role of excess sugar and low magnesium levels in hypertension. The article emphasizes the need for early prevention of hypertension by avoiding fats and sugar.