Is the DASH diet effective for high cholesterol?

    Last Updated: July 2, 2024

    The dietary approaches to stop hypertension (DASH) diet may improve lipid profiles in some people. Following this diet may reduce total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol levels while maintaining HDL cholesterol levels.[1][2][3]

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    3. ^Ru Guo, Nian Li, Rong Yang, Xiao-Yang Liao, Yu Zhang, Ben-Fu Zhu, Qian Zhao, Lingmin Chen, Yong-Gang Zhang, Yi LeiEffects of the Modified DASH Diet on Adults With Elevated Blood Pressure or Hypertension: A Systematic Review and Meta-AnalysisFront Nutr.(2021 Sep 7)