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The Mediterranean Diet

What is the Mediterranean diet? The Mediterranean Diet, sometimes referred to as the ‘Greek Mediterranean Diet’ or ‘Mediterranean Diet Plan’ is actually more of a dietary pattern that is characteristic of people living in regions around the Mediterranean Sea. Although it is called a diet, the Mediterranean diet is not […]

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The DASH Diet and Weight Loss

The DASH diet, better described as an eating plan than a diet, can help achieve your weight loss goals. The DASH eating plan is an eating pattern that can be maintained throughout life. DASH emphasizes whole foods such as fruits, vegetables, whole-grains, nuts, and lean protein. It requires no special foods and […]

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The DASH Diet and Hypertension

What is Hypertension? Blood pressure is the force exerted on artery walls from blood flowing through the body. Blood pressure readings provide two measures- systolic pressure and diastolic pressure (both expressed as millimeters of mercury, or mm Hg). Hypertension is a term used for the condition known as high blood pressure. Hypertension is […]