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Healthy Eating to Lower High Blood Pressure

… 68b Nutrition Series Having high blood pressure means that blood is pushing too … Himalayan salt are high in sodium Increase potassium intake While most Canadians eat too much sodium, many do not eat enough potassium. Foods rich in potassium include …
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Getting Enough Potassium

… foods, including vegetables, fruits, and milk products. Bananas, baked potatoes, baked sweet … foods, including vegetables, fruits, and milk products. Bananas, baked potatoes, baked sweet …
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Heart Healthy Eating for People with High Cholesterol

… 68a Nutrition Series Cholesterol is a fatty substance found in your … HDL (high density lipoprotein) or 'good' cholesterol LDL (low density lipoprotein) or 'bad' cholesterol Having high LDL cholesterol can …
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Healthy Eating

… Learning Center Learn about healthy eating Most people have heard that healthy eating is important. But it can be …
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High Blood Pressure Nutrition Tips

… Hypertension) diet can help you lower your blood pressure. It includes eating fruits, … and snack items, don't have enough calcium, potassium, and magnesium—the very nutrients … meat. Vegetarian diets tend to be higher in potassium, magnesium, and calcium, as does the …
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High Blood Pressure Using the DASH Diet

… The DASH diet focuses on foods that are high in calcium, potassium, and magnesium. These nutrients can lower blood pressure. Taking calcium, potassium, and …
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Diuretics and Potassium Supplements

… be prescribed. Do not start taking potassium supplements on your own. Talk with your doctor … it is safe for you. If you take potassium supplements, tell your doctor if you also use … much potassium can cause problems. Potassium supplements are available in liquid, tablet, …
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Heart Failure Eating a Healthy Diet

… Overview Why is diet important for heart failure? Diet is critical in the … and support that help you build new, healthy habits such as limiting sodium and eating heart-healthy foods. Why do you need to …
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Healthy Eating Helping Your Child Learn Healthy Eating Habits

… Childhood is the best time to learn the healthy habits that can last a lifetime. Healthy eating can help your child feel good, stay at …
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High Blood Pressure

… Learning Center Learn about high blood pressure Blood pressure is a measure of how …