Hypertension

Fully modeled

DASH-style pattern with sodium reduction; potassium-rich foods unless contraindicated.

Hypertension - sodium reduction & DASH pattern

AHA / NHLBI DASH

Sodium: at most 2300 mg

Eat more: other vegetables, leafy greens, fruit, whole grains, legumes, nuts and seeds. Follow a DASH-style pattern rich in vegetables, fruit, whole grains, legumes, and nuts.

Limit: high sodium food, ultraprocessed food, processed meat. Reduce sodium, especially from processed and restaurant foods.

2,300 mg/day is the upper limit; the AHA's optimal goal is no more than 1,500 mg/day for most adults - aim lower if tolerated.

Sources

American Heart Association — How much sodium should I eat per day?
National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NIH) — DASH Eating Plan
U.S. Departments of Agriculture and Health and Human Services — Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2025–2030 (10th Edition)

Educational information, not a substitute for professional medical advice.