The DASH Diet for Hypertension

Judul : The DASH Diet for Hypertension

Penulis : Arif Rohman Mansur, Ira Mulya Sari

Sinopsis Buku :

A healthy diet is crucial for maintaining optimal health and preventing chronic diseases. Plant-based diets like Mediterranean and Nordic diets offer numerous health benefits. Access to healthy meals, especially for vulnerable populations, is essential for well-being. Pregnancy is also crucial for maternal and infant health. Adopting and maintaining a healthy diet is essential for a long and healthy life. The DASH diet is a dietary pattern that focuses on consuming fruits, vegetables, whole grains, low-fat dairy products, legumes, and nuts while limiting sodium, sweetened beverages, and red processed meat. DASH diet is considered an effective intervention for reducing blood pressure, but studies show a difference in methodology and chemistry.

In this book, readers will be introduced to in-depth information about hypertension, a disease that affects millions of individuals worldwide. The first chapter provides a comprehensive background on hypertension, including the importance of a healthy diet in controlling blood pressure. The causes, risk factors, and health impacts of uncontrolled hypertension are also discussed. The second chapter focuses on the DASH Diet, which is known to be effective in controlling blood pressure. Readers will understand the definition, history, description, and main components of the DASH Diet. Next, the important benefits of the DASH Diet are explained, ranging from lowering blood pressure, protecting brain and heart health, to benefits for individuals with migraines and type 1 diabetes. Practical guidance for implementing the DASH Diet is presented in the third and fourth chapters. Starting from meal plans, optimal macronutrient intake, examples of daily portions, to the types of food that should be consumed. Recommended meal plans are also presented taking into account calorie needs for women and men. The fifth chapter provides tips for switching to the DASH Diet, including how to start a diet, discussions with a doctor, as well as various practical suggestions for making DASH part of a healthy lifestyle. With a gradual approach and a wide selection of variations, the DASH Diet can be easily integrated into a daily routine