How the DASH Diet Lowers Blood Pressure
Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) Diet and Blood Pressure Reduction in Adults with and without Hypertension: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials.
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Practical Takeaways
Consider adopting the DASH diet to lower blood pressure, especially if you are under 50 or currently consume more than 2,400 mg of sodium daily.
Not medical advice. For informational purposes only. Always consult a healthcare professional. Terms
Practical Takeaways
Consider adopting the DASH diet to lower blood pressure, especially if you are under 50 or currently consume more than 2,400 mg of sodium daily.
Publication
Journal
Advances in nutrition
Year
2020
Authors
C. Filippou, C. Tsioufis, C. Thomopoulos, Costas Mihas, K. Dimitriadis, Lida I. Sotiropoulou, C. Chrysochoou, P. Nihoyannopoulos, D. Tousoulis
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Following the DASH diet helps lower both the top and bottom numbers of your blood pressure by a few points, no matter if you already have high blood pressure or not.
People who eat more salt before starting the DASH diet see their blood pressure drop more than those who already eat less salt. This suggests that cutting back on sodium works best when combined with the DASH eating plan.
Younger people tend to see bigger drops in their blood pressure numbers when they eat the DASH diet compared to older adults. This suggests that how well the diet works for heart health might depend on your age.
The DASH diet lowers blood pressure about the same amount whether you already have high blood pressure or not. This means the diet is equally good for heart health for everyone, regardless of their starting blood pressure.
Following the DASH diet, which focuses on fruits, vegetables, and low-fat dairy, can lower both the top and bottom numbers of your blood pressure if you have high blood pressure.