Most With High Blood Pressure Don't Follow Recommended Diet(Page 2) The findings suggest that the diet of Americans with hypertension has not been greatly influenced by the recommendations emerging from the DASH trial and instead reflect secular trends in the dietary patterns of the overall population, the authors wrote. Moreover, the DASH score was lower in subgroups likely to receive the greatest benefit from the DASH diet -- blacks and obese individuals. More information The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute has more about high blood pressure and how to control it. Related Links
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