Posted on September 10, 2009 in Latest News
Hypertension is prevalent among one-fourth of the U.S. population.DASH diet is a diet recommended for lowering the blood pressure level.This article tries to understand about this diet.
About this Diet:
- It is the abbreviation for Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension
- It is based on the research done on the food items to control blood pressure.
- It is recommended by the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute which is a part of the National Institute of Health.
- This diet includes intake of fruits,vegetables and diary foods low in fat content.
Sample food items in this Diet Plan are:
- One slice of bread,half cup of dry cereals and cooked rice to provide carbohydrate and fiber.It is taken 7 to 8 times.
- One cup leafy vegetables, half cup cooked vegetables or vegetable juice to provide potassium and magnesium.It is taken 4 to 5 times a day,compulsorily.
- Half cup of fruit juice and one-quarter cup of dried fruit taken 4 to 5 times a day.
- 2-3 servings per day of one cup milk or yogurt or cheese.They are rich sources of protein and calcium.
- One serving of 2.5 oz (75 g) lean meat along with skinless poultry twice a day.
Benefits of this diet:
- This diet successfully can replace the medication taken for Hypertension.
- Controlled blood pressure reduces the risk of heart attack and stroke by 15 5 and 27% respectively.
- There are no harmful effects found on following this diet,yet.
- It is advised to drink lots of water while following this diet to avoid gas problems or constipation.
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