Briefly describe the DASH eating plan and discuss the major nutrients that are components of this nutrition therapy

What will be an ideal response?


• Rich in potassium, magnesium, calcium, and fiber from
- Fruits
- Vegetables
- Low-fat dairy products
- Whole grains
- Nuts
• Reduced in saturated fat, cholesterol, and total fat by
- Reduced red meats
- Increased poultry and fish
• Reduced in concentrated sugars and sugar-containing beverages
• Adequate kcal for wt management

Nutritional Science

You might also like to view...

The most common cause of hypovolemia is a decrease in urinary output such as that seen in acute liver failure.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

Nutritional Science

Congregate meals and home delivered meals fall under:

a. WIC b. EFNEP c. Older Americans Act, Title III d. Medicare

Nutritional Science

Weight loss decreases fertility in men just as it does in women

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Nutritional Science

Nutrition guidelines and recommendations concerning fat intake are standardized across organizations

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Nutritional Science