Groceries for Residents of Southeastern USA to Stop Hypertension

"The DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension), is a healthy dietary pattern that lowers blood pressure without reducing weight. The DASH diet emphasizes fruits, vegetables, and low-fat dairy products; includes whole grains, poultry, fish, and nuts; and is reduced in red meat, sweets, and sugar-containing beverages.~Intervention Phase:~This intervention is a weekly, 4-week DASH dietary intervention. A dietitian will assist participants in ordering groceries in a pattern consistent with the DASH diet to be delivered to their homes. The quantity of groceries will be based on participant Calorie needs and family size."

"Intervention Phase:~Participants will receive some basic information on healthy eating and a stipend during the 4-week intervention period. They are permitted to use the stipend however they choose and will not be asked about how they spent these funds."