DASH still ranked as the best diet plan for many (Video)

Anyone who has tried several diets over the years to lose weight may be happy to learn the DASH diet is still rated as the best diet plan for most. Although DASH is an acronym of Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension, the plan also works well for those without hypertension issues needing to lose weight.

One thing that seems to make the DASH plan a wise health plan as well as a good diet plan for many needing to lose weight is that people do not have to buy specialty items of any sort. Foods used in the DASH plan are the same foods most find on their daily menu.

Some may learn that the DASH plan requires them to eat a bit more than they usually do. Not everyone weighing more than they should is eating too much. For some, weight gain and blood pressure issues happen because of wrong food choices.

DASH was designed by the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute. The plan includes the whole grains, vegetables and fruits, plus lean proteins and dairy that is low in fat, along with some nuts.

To decide if the DASH plan is for you read more details here. Be sure to visit your local farmer’s market to get the vegetables and fruits you are including in the DASH plan.

Always discuss health issues with your healthcare provider. Anyone taking blood pressure mediation should not change the amount they are taking without advice from their physician, regardless of which food plan is being used.

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