DASH Diet for Heart Health -- Lowering Blood Pressure and Cholesterol
What DASH Can Do for You
Cut the Salt
Get Your Grains
Load Your Plate With Vegetables
Don't Forget Fruit
Have Some Yogurt
Go for Lean Meats and Fish
Add Nuts and Legumes
Cut Back on Fats and Oils
Watch the Sweets
Get Enough Potassium
Getting Started on DASH
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