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Which Diet is the Best?
Some suggest that Weight Watchers is the best.
I am interested in the new diet called the "Dash Diet" as I have high blood pressure and this diet is good for people with high blood pressure and hypertension.
A low salt (or low sodium) plan, the DASH diet provides additional benefits to reduce blood pressure and cholesterol. It is based on an eating plan rich in fruits and vegetables, and low-fat or non-fat dairy, with whole grains. It is a high fiber, low to moderate fat diet, and is rich in potasium, calcium, and magnesium.
The DASH eating plan has been proven to lower blood pressure in just 14 days, even without lowering sodium intake
New research shows that following the DASH diet over time will reduce the risk of stroke and heart disease, as well as kidney stones. The benefits of the DASH diet have also been seen in teens with hypertension. The DASH diet truly is the diet for everyone.
The typical DASH diet is low in cholesterol, and rich in potassium, calcium and magnesium as well as protein and fiber: in a 2000 calorie diet you will get about 4700mg potassium, 500mg of magnesium and 1240mg of calcium. The table below gives you a brief overview of how much of each food group an individual on a 2000 calorie DASH diet eating plan needs to consume:
Since the hypertension diet is higher in fiber than you may normally be used to, it may cause bloating and gas and individuals are advised to switch over gradually to this diet.
I would love to try this diet out !
Have you heard of the Dash Diet ? What are your thoughts on it? What is your Favorite Diet or Eating Plan?
| Food Group | Servings | Examples | Benefits |
| Whole Grains | 6-8 per day | oatmeal, whole meal bread, cereals | Carbohydrates and fiber |
| Fruits and Vegetables | 4-6 per day | broccoli, collards, spinach, beans, tomatoes | Potassium, magnesium and fiber |
| Fat free or low fat dairy | 3-4 per day | low fat milk, yoghurt and cheese | Calcium, potassium, magnesium and protein |
| Lean Meats, poultry and fish | 2 or less per day | lean cuts of meat, preferably white meat and fish | Protein and magnesium |
| Nuts, seeds and beans | 4-5 per week | kidney beans, walnuts, sunflower seeds, lentils, almonds | Magnesium, potassium, protein and fiber |
| Fats and Oils | 2-3 per day | olive and canola oil, avocados | Essential fats |
I would love to try this diet out !
Have you heard of the Dash Diet ? What are your thoughts on it? What is your Favorite Diet or Eating Plan?
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