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Hypertension

Sustained elevation of arterial blood pressure (>=130/80 mmHg per 2017 ACC/AHA guideline).

Also: High Blood Pressure

Primary (essential) hypertension has no identifiable cause and accounts for >90% of cases. Secondary hypertension is due to a treatable cause (renal artery stenosis, primary aldosteronism, sleep apnea). MNT centers on the DASH dietary pattern, sodium restriction (<2,300 mg/day, ideally 1,500 mg), potassium-rich foods, weight management, alcohol moderation, and physical activity.

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  • duyff-complete-food-and-nutrition-guide-5e

  • Krause and Mahan's Food and the Nutrition Care Process, 16th ed. — Chapter 33

    Primary (essential) hypertension has no identifiable cause and accounts for >90% of cases. Secondary hypertension is due to a treatable cause (renal artery stenosis, primary aldosteronism, sleep apnea). MNT centers on the DASH dietary pattern, sodium restriction (<2,300 mg/day, ideally 1,500 mg), potassium-rich foods, weight management, alcohol moderation, and physical activity.

Related terms

Cardiovascular Disease, DASH Diet, Sodium Restriction