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Is avocado dash diet-compatible?
Check DASH Diet diet compatibility for avocado and review other dietary restrictions.
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Why dash diet diet checker matters
The DASH diet (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) is designed to help lower blood pressure. It emphasizes fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins while limiting sodium, red meat, and added sugars.
- Aim for 4-5 servings each of fruits and vegetables daily
- Choose whole grains over refined grains
- Limit sodium to 2300mg/day, ideally 1500mg
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Serving size, prep, and portion notes for avocado
Creamy fat that adds body to bowls, toast, and dressings.
Typical serving
1/4 medium avocado (about 50 g)
Best for
toast toppings / salads / blended dressings
Prep notes
- Use ripe avocados for mashing or spreads.
- Brush cut surfaces with lime to slow browning.
- Slice with a sharp knife for clean wedges.
Portion notes
- A quarter avocado works well for toast toppings.
- Half an avocado fills a medium salad bowl.
- Two tablespoons mashed is enough for a spread.
Watch for
browning once cut / very ripe fruit in hot dishes
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DASH Diet Guide
Everything you need to know about dash diet compatibility and smart food choices.
The DASH diet (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) is designed to help lower blood pressure. It emphasizes fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins while limiting sodium, red meat, and added sugars.
These foods are typically compatible with a DASH Diet approach:
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Practical guidance for following a DASH Diet diet:
- 1Aim for 4-5 servings each of fruits and vegetables daily
- 2Choose whole grains over refined grains
- 3Limit sodium to 2300mg/day, ideally 1500mg
- 4Include low-fat dairy for calcium and potassium
- 5Nuts, seeds, and legumes several times per week
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