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Plant-Based Diets Slash Blood Pressure for Millions
10/29/2025
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Story summary
- Dietary changes can significantly impact blood pressure for the nearly 120 million adults with hypertension.
- Diets rich in plant-based foods—fruits, vegetables, nuts, legumes, and grains—lower blood pressure.
- Diets such as DASH, Nordic, or Mediterranean are linked to lower blood pressure.
- Green tea, oat bran, and potassium-rich foods like baked potatoes and leafy greens aid in management.
