The DASH Diet is a way of eating that was scientifically tested and proven to lower blood pressure in 14 days. Since the study results were published 1997, there have been many follow-up studies and publications. DASH continues to be one of the most prescribed eating patterns by physicians and dietitians the world over. It is also recommended by many leading health organizations. Below are some links to see what these organizations have to say about DASH:
The DASH Eating Plan Puts Patients on the Road to Heart Health
This link from the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute (a division of the National Institutes of Health) will give you a comprehensive report on DASH, its effects on blood pressure, and a follow-up study called "DASH-Sodium" where people ate the DASH way and reduced their sodium intake. In this report you will also find a useful tool to record your daily food intake.
DASH: A Diet for all Diseases
This links gives you some more information on the development of the DASH Eating Pattern.
Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2005
The US Department of Agriculture recommends the DASH diet as a sound eating plan for all Americans.
National High Blood Pressure Education Program
The DASH diet is recommended for the prevention and treatment of high blood pressure in the US national high blood pressure guideline (see p.7 of the JNC VII document at the link above).
The DASH Eating Plan Puts Patients on the Road to Heart Health
This link from the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute (a division of the National Institutes of Health) will give you a comprehensive report on DASH, its effects on blood pressure, and a follow-up study called "DASH-Sodium" where people ate the DASH way and reduced their sodium intake. In this report you will also find a useful tool to record your daily food intake.
DASH: A Diet for all Diseases
This links gives you some more information on the development of the DASH Eating Pattern.
Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2005
The US Department of Agriculture recommends the DASH diet as a sound eating plan for all Americans.
National High Blood Pressure Education Program
The DASH diet is recommended for the prevention and treatment of high blood pressure in the US national high blood pressure guideline (see p.7 of the JNC VII document at the link above).
