How can dairy foods help lower blood pressure?
A. Milk, yogurt and cheese are among the top contributors of calcium, potassium and magnesium – a trio of minerals that have been shown to play an important role in maintaining blood pressure. In fact, a large-scale government study called DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) found that a balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and lowfat dairy foods may help reduce blood pressure as effectively as some medications. To learn more, visit www.dashdietoregon.org and http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/dci/Diseases/Hbp/HBP_Treatments.
