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How does sodium affect blood pressure? Sodium holds water, and extra fluid can raise pressure in some people. General info only. See

What foods should you limit with high blood pressure? Salty, processed, and sugary foods often top the list. General info only. See

What foods are included in the DASH diet? Vegetables, fruit, whole grains, beans, low-fat dairy, and lean protein, with salt kept modest.

What is the DASH diet? A whole-food eating pattern of vegetables, fruit, grains, and low salt to support blood pressure. See a

What does a heart-healthy eating pattern look like? Vegetables, whole grains, beans, fish, nuts, and healthy oils, with less salt. See a

How does saturated fat affect cholesterol? It tends to raise LDL, so swaps to unsaturated fat help. General guidance only, see a

What is the difference between LDL and HDL cholesterol? LDL carries cholesterol to arteries, HDL clears it away. General guidance only, see

What foods can help support healthy cholesterol levels? Oats, beans, fruit, nuts, olive oil, and oily fish lead the way. See a

What foods can raise LDL cholesterol? Trans fats and excess saturated fat lead, found in fatty meats, butter, and fried foods. See

What foods support heart health? Vegetables, fruit, whole grains, oily fish, nuts, and legumes lead the way. General guidance only, see a