Actionsets help people take an active role in managing a health condition.  High blood pressure: Using the DASH diet

References

Citations

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Author: Robin Parks, MS Last Updated: April 10, 2009
Medical Review: Caroline S. Rhoads, MD - Internal Medicine
Robert A. Kloner, MD, PhD - Cardiology
Ruth Schneider, MPH, RD - Diet and Nutrition

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