2010 Hong Kong Reference Framework for Hypertension Care for ...

Module 5Dietary InterventionThe Dietary Advice to Stop Hypertension eating plan 1The Dietary Advice to Stop Hypertension (DASH) eating plan, developed byUnited States National Institute of Health, features plenty of fruits, vegetables,whole grains, and other foods that are heart healthy and lower in salt/ sodium. Itis recommended for people with high blood pressure. Please refer to Table 1 forDASH eating plan.The DASH eating plan has the following characteristics:1. Rich in fruits, vegetables2. Rich in potassium, magnesium and calcium3. Low in cholesterol, saturated and total fat4. Low in sodium5. Low in sweets and added sugarsTable 1. The DASH eating plan shown below is based on 2000 calories a day.The number of daily servings in a food group one requires may vary from thoselisted, depending on the caloric needs.Food Group Daily Servings Examples of Serving SizesGrain and grain products 6-8 1 slice bread1 cup Note ready-to-eat cereal1/2 cup cooked rice, pasta, or cerealVegetables 4-5 1 cup raw leafy vegetables1/2 cup cooked vegetables1/2 cup vegetable juiceFruits 4-5 1 medium fruit1/4 cup dried fruit1/2 cup fresh, frozen, or canned fruit1//2 cup fruit juiceLow fat or fat free dairyproducts2-3 1 cup milk1 cup yoghurt1 1/2 ounce cheeseLean meats, poultry, and fish 6 or less 1 ounce (28 grams) cooked lean meat,skinless poultry, or fish1 HK Reference Framework for Hypertension Care for Adults in Primary Care Settings