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What Is the DASH Diet?
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The DASH diet was originally designed to lowerblood pressure.
No tracking points,carbohydrates, or calories with this diet.
These nutrients can also help improve insulin and glucose levels.
Adds Fullness
American guidelines recommend women consume a minimum of 25 grams of fiber each day.
This amount can easily be met on the DASH diet.
Besides helping to lower cholesterol, fiber fills you up and keeps you satisfied longer.
Fiber also helps to manage glucose and insulin levels.
Most Americans exceed the Dietary Guidelines daily limit of 2300 milligrams of sodium daily.
In fact, just one teaspoon of salt provides 2300 milligrams of sodium.
These foods provide a good source of fiber, as well as magnesium and potassium to lower blood pressure.
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