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
...rition Intervent...
...ctiveness of Medical Nutrition Therapy (M...
HTN: Duration and Frequency of MNT EncountersT...
...N: Vitamin DThe RDN should encourage...
...PotassiumThe RDN should encourage adults w...
...tassium SupplementsIf an adult with...
HTN: Dietary CalciumThe RDN should encourage a...
...um SupplementsIf an adult with HTN is unable...
...agnesiumThe RDN should encourage adults...
...: Magnesium SupplementsIf an adult with HTN i...
...The RDN should counsel on reducing sodium intake...
...etThe RDN should counsel on a Dietary Approaches...
...N: DASH Diet And Weight ReductionFor overw...
...ake In Moderate DrinkersIf an adult with HTN is...
...Intake In Heavy DrinkersIf an adult with HT...
...tivityThe RDN should encourage adul...