The DASH diet is recommended by the American Heart Association for blood pressure control, emphasizing fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and low-fat dairy while limiting fats and sodium. In contrast, the very low-carbohydrate (VLC) or ketogenic diet advocates high fat and moderate protein with minimal carbs. A study from the University of Michigan suggests that the VLC diet may lead to better systolic blood pressure improvements than the DASH diet, indicating evolving dietary recommendations for hypertension and diabetes management.
A recent study from the University of Michigan found that a very low-carbohydrate diet leads to greater improvements in systolic blood pressure compared to the DASH diet.
Both the DASH diet and the very low-carb diet have been emphasized for their respective roles in managing blood pressure and aiding in weight loss, according to major health associations.
The DASH diet focuses on fruits, vegetables, and whole grains while restricting saturated fats and sodium, whereas a VLC diet encourages higher fat and protein intake.
Traditional dietary approaches like the DASH diet are being challenged by newer methods like the VLC diet, which show promising results for blood pressure and glucose control.
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