This heart-healthy 30-day plan is set at 1,800 calories a day, with modifications for 1,500 and 2,000 calories. Each day provides at least 64 grams of protein, 30 grams of fiber and 3,500 milligrams ...

The Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) diet represents more than just another eating plan. Developed by health experts specifically to combat high blood pressure, this evidence-based ...

The DASH diet promotes low-sodium meals with fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins. Eggs, oats, whole-wheat toast, and yogurt with fruits or veggies make up a DASH-approved breakfast.

Both the DASH and Mediterranean diets support heart health, but research indicates that the DASH diet is more effective in lowering blood pressure.

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. — Adults who are following the DASH-style eating pattern to lower their blood pressure can expand their protein options to include lean, unprocessed pork, according to research ...

Lower salt intake and less fatty meat and added sugar can make a real difference in overall health. The DASH diet embodies these components and more, and it’s popular for seniors looking to make a ...

The DASH diet (aka Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) has consistently ranked among the top heart-healthy diets for years. But a 2024 survey by the International Food Information Council found ...

Along with speaking with your primary care physician, understanding the differences between both diets is the best way to ...

Adherence to the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) diet — which emphasizes fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, whole grains, nuts, and low-fat dairy — was associated with a 19% reduced ...

Sara Moniuszko is a health and lifestyle reporter at CBSNews.com. Previously, she wrote for USA Today, where she was selected to help launch the newspaper's wellness vertical. She now covers breaking ...