The DASH—Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension—diet was
developed for a US government–sponsored, controlled study that
investigated the effect of a healthy diet on blood pressure.
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is anything over 120/80
mmHg. Focus on what you can eat: - 6 to 8 servings of grains per
day (choose whole grains when you can) - 4 to 5 servings of
fruits and 4 to 5 servings of vegetables per day - 2 to 3
servings of low-fat or nonfat dairy per day - 6 ounces of meat,
poultry, or fish per day - Limit your sodium intake to less than
2,300 mg per day Best bets: Limit animal fats, and eat more
fruits, vegetables, nuts, and non- or low-fat dairy products.
Talk to a registered dietitian or other trained healthcare
professional for more information about following this diet.