Hypertension Nutrition Management
Introduction
Introduction
Table 1. Categories for Blood Pressure Levels in Adults Measured in Millimeters of Mercury (mmHg)
| Category | Systolic Blood Pressure (SBP) | Diastolic Blood Pressure (DBP) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Normal | <120 | And | <80 |
| Prehypertension | 120–139 | Or | 80–89 |
| High Blood Pressure | |||
| Stage 1 | 140–159 | Or | 90–99 |
| Stage 2 | ≥160 | Or | ≥100 |
Nutrition Intervention
...tion Interventio...
...ss of Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT)MNT pro...
...ation and Frequency of MNT EncountersTo reduce B...
...The RDN should encourage adults with HTN to cons...
...tassiumThe RDN should encourage adults with HTN t...
...SupplementsIf an adult with HTN is un...
...y CalciumThe RDN should encourage adults...
...plementsIf an adult with HTN is unable to meet th...
...MagnesiumThe RDN should encourage adu...
HTN: Magnesium SupplementsIf an adult wit...
...: SodiumThe RDN should counsel on redu...
...DietThe RDN should counsel on a Dietary Approach...
...t And Weight ReductionFor overweight or...
HTN: Alcohol Intake In Moderate Dri...
...ake In Heavy DrinkersIf an adult with H...
...: Physical ActivityThe RDN should encou...