DASH DIET WITH CULTURALLY TAILORED RECIPES: A PSYCHOEDUCATIONAL SESSION FOR BLACK WOMEN WITH HYPERTENSION
2024
DASH Diet with Culturally Tailored Recipes for Black Women with Hypertension
Sample size: 34
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Author Information
Author(s): Groves Angela, Hamann Kate, Roche-Dean Maria
Primary Institution: Western Michigan University
Hypothesis
Incorporating culturally traditional foods into the DASH diet will improve adherence and lower blood pressure among Black women.
Conclusion
Participants were able to successfully reduce their systolic blood pressure through the psychoeducational session.
Supporting Evidence
- 55.3% of Black women have hypertension, which increases their risk of serious health issues.
- The DASH diet has been shown to reduce systolic blood pressure by 10 mm Hg in a four-week study.
- Culturally tailored foods improve adherence to the DASH diet among Black adults.
Takeaway
This study helped Black women learn how to eat healthier and lower their blood pressure by using recipes that they like.
Methodology
An 8-week peer support mixed methods study with a one-hour DASH diet education session and follow-up support.
Participant Demographics
Older Black women from local churches and one senior center.
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