Author Question: Basically, the DASH diet is the same as an overall healthful diet. Indicate whether the statement ... (Read 29 times)

karen · **on:** Aug 20, 2018

Basically, the DASH diet is the same as an overall healthful diet.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Question 2

While waiting for a prescription to be filled, Dan decides to measure his blood pressure using the automated machine in the pharmacy. His blood pressure reading is 140 over 92 millimeters of mercury. He knows he has a few pounds to lose but never knew his blood pressure. Before returning home he goes to a fast-food restaurant and enjoys a cheeseburger and fries. At home, Dan tells his wife, Tracy, his findings and waits for her response. Let's see if you know as much as Tracy about the implications of blood pressure. Which eating plan should Dan try to follow?
a. A diet high in saturated fat and high in soluble fiber
b. A diet low in potassium and high in whole grains
c. A diet high in produce and whole grains and low in total fat
d. A diet low in calories and starches
e. All of these diets could be useful.