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What is the DASH diet?

The DASH diet can help manage high blood pressure and it can help with cholesterol.


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  • How can I take steps to lower my blood pressure?

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  • What is high blood pressure?

  • Too much sugar is bad for your blood pressure and cholesterol

  • 5 most common high blood pressure questions answered

  • The low-FODMAP diet: What you need to know

  • 4 lifestyle changes that could help improve high cholesterol

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