How do dairy foods help reduce blood pressure?
A. Dairy foods are among the top contributors of calcium, potassium and magnesium, nutrients that have been shown to help reduce blood pressure. In fact, a large-scale government study called DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) found that a balanced, lowfat diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and lowfat dairy foods may help reduce blood pressure as effectively as some medications. For more information, see Dairy’s Role in Managing Blood Pressure and for sample meal plans see DASH to the Diet: Following the DASH Eating Plan and 5 Days of DASH: 15 Meals to Help Ease the Pressure.
