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Managing Hypertension With the DASH Diet
A study in the New England Journal of Medicine showed that following the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) diet reduced blood pressure.
Source:StayWell
Date:March 26, 2004
Could a Nutrition Expert Help You?
If you need to change your eating habits for the sake of your health, have you considered talking with a registered dietitian (RD)?
Source:StayWell
Date:August 3, 2005
Using Herbs and Spices
Herbs and spices add flavor to cooking without adding fat or sodium. If a recipe calls for: 2 teaspoons of fresh herbs You can use: 3/4 to 1 teaspoon of dried herbs Or: 1/4 teaspoon of powdered herbs
Source:StayWell
Date:August 14, 2003
Reading Food Labels
Comparing labels will help you choose foods that are low in fat, cholesterol, sodium (salt) and calories.
Source:StayWell
Date:August 14, 2003
How to Reduce Your Sodium Intake
Sodium, in excess, can raise the risk for high blood pressure, and high blood pressure, in turn, is a risk factor for cardiovascular disease and stroke. In people who already have high blood pressure, too much sodium can make it harder to keep blood pressure under control.
Source:StayWell
Date:November 15, 2006
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