Will a Specific Diet Help Hypertension?

Recent studies have shown that by following a hypertension diet, blood pressure can be lowered by an amount similar to that seen with medication. This diet for hypertension (known as "Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension" or DASH) includes poultry, fish, whole grains, and nuts, and has reduced amounts of red meat, fats, sweets, and sugared beverages.