In the DASH-sodium study, the greatest overall blood pressure reduction occurred in the subjects who _____.
A. reduced sodium intake to no more than 2400 mg/day
B. reduced sodium intake to no more than 1500 mg/day
C. lost 10–15% of their body weight
D. increased aerobic activity
E. had the highest blood pressure
Answer: B
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