Dietary approaches to stop hypertension. The DASH diet. Fruit is one of the major components of this healthy lifestyle change.
Fruit is full of rich nutrients and fiber. Many fruits are about 85% water and will fill you up and keep you moving ( if you know what I mean). Be careful with the dried fruits as they have higher calorie and sugar content.
Fruit is typically a reliable source of blood-pressure-lowering potassium. The many nutrients also include vitamin C , folate, vitamin K and iron. Fruit is convenient and can be added to your daily meals from breakfast to dinner to increase bulk and decrease empty calorie intake.
Try fruit instead of croutons in salad. Try it grilled or sauteed or blended into your dressings and dips. Try it frozen for toppings or snacks. Remember you will probably be more full from eating the fruit whole than juiced or blended. Try it all ways and enjoy.
