Nearly half of U.S. adults have hypertension (hypertension), usually with out signs. Diet — particularly sodium consumption — performs a significant function in managing danger. So what meals assist wholesome blood stress, and the way a lot salt is an excessive amount of?
In this episode of On Nutrition from Mayo Clinic, registered dietitians Tara Schmidt and Laurie Molina break down the science behind hypertension, the DASH consuming plan, and sensible methods to cut back sodium whereas nonetheless having fun with flavorful meals.
In this episode:
• What blood stress numbers imply and the way hypertension develops
• The function sodium performs in hypertension
• How the DASH weight-reduction plan helps handle hypertension
• Potassium, fiber and heart-healthy diet fundamentals
• Tips for grocery purchasing, label studying and consuming out
• Low-sodium cooking methods that also style good
• When life-style modifications complement medicine
Small diet modifications can add up. Understanding your meals decisions is without doubt one of the most sensible methods to assist coronary heart well being over time.
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00:00 Intro & blood stress fundamentals
03:03 Causes of hypertension (ldl cholesterol hyperlink)
05:17 Risks of unmanaged hypertension
06:19 Why sodium raises blood stress
07:02 Common sodium sources (processed & restaurant meals)
10:31 DASH consuming plan: origin and proof
13:37 Key DASH vitamins: potassium & fiber
15:00 Medications versus life-style: function of weight-reduction plan
17:10 Sodium targets: 1,500 mg vs 2,300 mg
22:37 Practical label studying & purchasing suggestions
26:51 Flavor, salt substitutes, and dining-out methods
34:39 Episode abstract, assets, and shutting notes
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