lean protein, such as skinless chicken or fish.
Studies indicate that the diet is effective, with a 2020 research review finding that it reduced blood pressure in people with hypertension as well as in those without the condition.
The diet aims to include 4,700 milligrams (mg) of potassium daily while reducing sodium, which helps lower blood pressure. DASH stands for “dietary approaches to stop hypertension” and was created in the 1990s. One heart-healthy eating plan is the DASH diet, which the AHA recommends to help manage blood pressure.
