Do: Load up on whole grains and vegetables
Many of these foods are rich in fiber, calcium, protein, and potassium, which have been shown to help fend off or lower high blood pressure. [Courtesy of National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute]
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The Mayo Clinic diet plan focuses on lifelong healthy eating. It's rated high in nutrition, safety, and diabetes, but only moderately effective for weight loss.
The Mediterranean diet plan is highly sensible, emphasizing fruits and vegetables, olive oil, fish, and other healthy fare.
The Dean Ornish Diet can be tailored to your specific health issues. The strictest version is challenging because it severely reduces fat intake.
