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These changes help control high blood pressure. Before drugs are prescribed, these are often recommended for people with mildly elevated blood pressure.
The American Heart Association Nutrition Committee says that to maximize the beneficial effects of a healthy diet on blood pressure,
* Don't eat a lot of sodium (salt).
* Eat plenty of fruits and vegetables, and fat-free and low-fat dairy products.
Such diets are rich in potassium, calcium, magnesium and protein, and low in total fat, saturated fat and cholesterol. |