From NIH-funded research comes the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension, or the DASH diet. Rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, low-fat dairy, lean meats, fish, beans and nuts, DASH is grounded in healthy eating principles that lower blood pressure; reduce the risk or heart disease, stroke, and some types of cancer; and support reaching and maintaining a healthy weight.

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Conquering hypertension and heart disease -- Your personal DASH diet design -- 28 days of DASH menus -- Menu guide : DASH meals away from home -- DASH your way to weight loss -- Exercise your right to lower blood pressure -- Other health concerns -- Lifestyle changes to help lower blood pressure -- A healthy mix of fats, proteins, and carbs -- Minerals that help lower blood pressure -- Deciphering food labels -- Vegetables for picky eaters -- Super-fast DASH dining -- DASH tracks, keeping track -- The DASH kitchen makeover -- Fabulous recipes for the DASH to success -- Calories and fat for meat and poultry -- Omega-3 fatty acis content for fish and seafood -- Serving sizes.