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You\u2019ve cut down on salt<\/a>, swapped crisps for nuts and even reined in the booze. Yet your blood pressure<\/a> is still creeping upwards. Sound familiar?<\/p>\n

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About one in three UK adults now have high blood pressure \u2013 a condition linked to around 80,000 cardiovascular deaths a year. Often called the silent killer, it can damage the body for years before symptoms appear, dramatically increasing risk of heart attack, stroke and vascular dementia.<\/p>\n

But one of the most effective ways to tackle it may be sitting on your plate. New research shows the DASH diet \u2013 a simple healthy eating plan specifically designed to lower blood pressure \u2013 doesn\u2019t just protect cardiovascular health<\/a>, it may also help guard against age-related cognitive decline too.<\/p>\n

In a study of almost 160,000 adults published in <\/a>JAMA Neurology<\/em><\/a>, those most closely following a DASH-style diet, rich in fruit, vegetables, wholegrains and lean protein, had a 41 per cent lower risk of cognitive decline. This adds to evidence linking DASH to lower rates of hypertension, heart disease, stroke and type 2 diabetes<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\u201cWhat\u2019s good for the heart is good for the brain,\u201d says Priya Tew, dietitian and author of The Dash Diet: Lower your blood pressure in just 21 days.<\/em> \u201cI\u2019ve seen patients avoid blood pressure medication by following a DASH-style diet. They also report feeling mentally clearer and having more energy.\u201d<\/p>\n

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What is the DASH diet?<\/h2>\n

The DASH diet is a Mediterranean-style eating plan that prescribes specific daily servings of fruit, vegetables, wholegrains, low-fat dairy and lean proteins to achieve the right balance of nutrients for healthy blood pressure.<\/p>\n

DASH \u2013 which stands for Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension \u2013 was originally developed in the 1990s by a team of researchers at the US National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute. Over the past three decades, it has become one of the world\u2019s most evidence-backed eating plans and is regularly ranked among the world\u2019s healthiest diets by organisations including the British Heart Foundation and Blood Pressure UK.<\/p>\n

\u201cDASH is one of those diets that\u2019s really stood the test of time,\u201d says Tew. \u201cThat\u2019s because it has such strong evidence behind it and isn\u2019t restrictive \u2013 it emphasises balanced, healthy eating so it\u2019s easily achievable. It\u2019s designed as a long-term lifestyle rather than a short-term diet.\u201d<\/p>\n

The benefits<\/h2>\n

1. It reduces blood pressure<\/h2>\n

In a landmark DASH trial, published in the New England Journal of Medicine<\/em>, researchers compared three diets: a typical Western diet, one rich in fruit and vegetables and the DASH Diet. The results were striking. Within two weeks, people following DASH saw significantly greater reductions in blood pressure than those on either of the other diets. Among participants with hypertension, systolic blood pressure fell by about 11mmHG and diastolic by 5.5mmHG.<\/p>\n

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Scientists believe the efficacy of the DASH diet is partly due to its combination of potassium, calcium, magnesium and fibre – Moment RF<\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

\u201cFor people who already had hypertension, the reduction was equal to that from drugs used at the time,\u201d says Dr Catherine Champagne, the director of nutritional epidemiology at the Pennington Biomedical Research Centre and one of the lead developers of the DASH diet.<\/p>\n

Importantly, the effect couldn\u2019t be explained by salt reduction, as all three diets contained similar amounts of sodium (around 3,000mg a day). Scientists believe its potency lies in the combination of potassium, calcium, magnesium and fibre, alongside lower levels of saturated fat and sugar.<\/p>\n

2. It protects your heart<\/h2>\n

Lowering blood pressure is only part of the story. By replacing artery-clogging saturated fats with healthier oils and increasing intake of fibre and plant sterols, the DASH diet also lowers LDL or \u201cbad\u201d cholesterol<\/a> and reduces the build-up of fatty plaques in the arteries. By tackling both high blood pressure and cholesterol, it can improve cardiovascular health more broadly.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe high potassium intake from fruit and vegetables helps relax blood vessel walls so blood can flow more easily and counters some of sodium\u2019s harmful effects,\u201d says Tew. \u201cCalcium, fibre and omega-3 fatty acids also support blood vessels while reducing inflammation and cholesterol.\u201d<\/p>\n

A large review inthe journal Nutrients<\/em> found the diet was associated with a 20 per cent lower risk of cardiovascular disease and 19 per cent reduced risk of stroke.<\/p>\n

3. It slows down cognitive decline<\/h2>\n

The network of blood vessels that nourishes the heart also supplies the brain, and damage to these vessels can contribute to cognitive decline and vascular dementia.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe DASH diet provides many nutrients that help support the brain,\u201d says Tew. Oily fish provides omega-3 fats that support brain-cell structure; berries and citrus fruits provide flavonoids that boost blood flow to the brain while nuts and seeds are rich in vitamin E that protects against neuroinflammation.<\/p>\n

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In the recent JAMA Neurology<\/em>study, researchers analysed the effects of six heart-healthy diets, including the Mediterranean and DASH diets. While all were associated with better cognitive health later in life, DASH had the strongest links to lower rates of cognitive decline.<\/p>\n

The researchers also found that midlife \u2013 between the ages of 45 and 65 \u2013 appeared to be the most beneficial time to adopt the DASH diet, as this is often when risk factors such as high blood pressure begin to emerge.<\/p>\n

4. It can help you lose weight \u2013 and keep it off<\/h2>\n

The DASH diet wasn\u2019t designed as a weight-loss diet, but many people find they naturally lose weight.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe DASH diet helps people become more aware of portion sizes and what they\u2019re eating,\u201d says Dr Champagne. \u201cIt\u2019s also a sustainable diet, and one of the keys to maintaining a healthy weight is finding an eating pattern you\u2019re happy with and don\u2019t tire of.\u201d<\/p>\n

Tew agrees. \u201cThe diet increases protein and fibre which helps keep you fuller for longer while the extra fruit and vegetables naturally crowd out processed foods that are easy to overeat,\u201d she says.<\/p>\n

In one study, in Nutrients<\/em>, adults over 65 with obesity who followed a DASH-style diet with plenty of lean protein reduced body fat while preserving muscle strength.<\/p>\n

5. It helps control blood sugar<\/h2>\n

The DASH diet\u2019s emphasis on wholegrains, fruit, vegetables and legumes naturally increases your fibre intake, helping slow the release of sugar into the bloodstream and prevent sharp spikes in blood glucose.<\/p>\n

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By replacing refined carbohydrates with wholegrains and helping maintain a healthy weight, DASH may also improve insulin sensitivity and reduce excess abdominal fat \u2013 a major risk factor for type 2 diabetes. Abdominal fat triggers inflammation which can stop your body using insulin properly, meaning sugar builds up in the bloodstream.<\/p>\n

\u201cIf you\u2019re worried about the natural sugars in fruit, try pairing it with protein or healthy fats such as nuts, seeds or yogurt to slow the release of sugar into the bloodstream,\u201d says Tew.<\/p>\n

Are there any drawbacks?<\/h2>\n

\u201cThere are very few downsides to the DASH diet,\u201d says Tew. \u201cAnyone with high blood pressure should not stop taking medication before speaking to their GP. If you have chronic kidney disease, you may need a lower potassium intake.\u201d<\/p>\n

DASH vs Mediterranean diet vs MIND<\/h2>\n

The DASH, Mediterranean and MIND diets all emphasise fruit and vegetables, wholegrains, healthy fats and lean protein. \u201cThe Mediterranean diet<\/a> places more emphasis on olive oil, fish and moderate red wine,\u201d says Tew. \u201cFor heart health, both are excellent but, if blood pressure is your main concern, I recommend DASH.\u201d<\/p>\n

Dr Champagne agrees. \u201cThe American Heart Association\u2019s number one diet is the DASH diet. If you have concerns about heart disease, it\u2019s the first diet you should try. The lower saturated fat and higher calcium content help give it the edge.\u201d<\/p>\n

The MIND diet<\/a> \u2013 essentially a Mediterranean-DASH hybrid \u2013 is specifically designed to support brain health. It puts extra emphasis on nutrients known to protect cognitive function, such as berries and leafy greens.<\/p>\n

How to follow the diet<\/h2>\n

You don\u2019t need to buy special foods or count every calorie to follow the DASH diet.<\/p>\n

For beginners, Tew recommends starting with small changes. \u201cTry including wholegrains at every meal to boost your fibre and mineral intake; swap meat for fish a couple of times a week or add an extra serving of fruit or veg to one meal a day,\u201d she says. \u201cOnce that feels easy, build up from there.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Aim to build a balanced plate at each meal with plenty of colour and variety. \u201cFill half your plate with vegetables and fruit, a quarter with whole grains and a quarter with fish, poultry or beans,\u201d says Tew. \u201cI follow a DASH-style diet myself and my meals might include porridge with banana and chia seeds, wholemeal toast with eggs and vegetables, salmon pasta or roasted vegetables and fish.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Try to cook from scratch as much as possible and reduce ultra-processed foods<\/a>. \u201cThere\u2019s still room for treats,\u201d says Tew. \u201cIf you love crisps or biscuits, you don\u2019t need to cut them out completely \u2013 just balance them with more nutritious foods.\u201d<\/p>\n

Verdict: Is the DASH diet good for you?<\/h2>\n

\u201cThe DASH diet is one of the best-evidenced dietary approaches for lowering blood pressure,\u201d says Dr Pauline Swift, Chair of Blood Pressure UK. \u201cFor many people, a DASH-style diet, alongside regular blood pressure checks, physical activity and medication where prescribed, can make a meaningful difference.\u201d<\/p>\n

Tew agrees. \u201cThe DASH diet gives people a balanced framework for eating that they can realistically maintain for life,\u201d she says.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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