Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension focuses on eating more fruits and vegetables along with decreases saturated fats and total fats. It also incorporates Life Style Modifications such as weight reduction, exercise, lower sodium, and lower alcohol intake.
High Blood Pressure High blood pressure is one of the most common health issues today and while it often develops silently, it can lead to serious complications over time.
Reducing Sodium
You may have heard that reducing sodium (salt) helps lower blood pressure, and that’s true. Limiting sodium intake to under 1,500 mg per day (compared to the usual 2,200 mg) can make a real difference, especially in reducing the systolic number, the top value you see when measuring your blood pressure.
DASH
However, research shows that the DASH Diet (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) which is even more effective. This diet focuses on eating more fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and low-fat dairy, while reducing foods high in saturated fats and added sugars.
WESA
Alongside dietary changes, incorporating other habits like maintaining a healthy weight, regular aerobic exercise, moderating alcohol intake, and lowering sodium can collectively lower systolic blood pressure by 5–11 mm Hg, depending on the modification.
Lets tie it together
In simple terms: the DASH diet isn’t about restriction, it’s about balance and nourishment. By fueling your body with nutrient-rich foods, you support not just your blood pressure, but your overall cardiovascular health.
Youtrition can help you effectively incorporate this diet into your lifestyle.
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