Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is a common chronic disease.
Theres also a link betweeninflammationand high blood pressure.
Chronic inflammation can damage your blood vessels and make them stiffer, which can lead to higher blood pressure.
Ali Redmond & Greg Dupree. EatingWell design.
This 1,800-calorie meal plan has modifications for 1,500 and 2,000 calories to support those with differentcalorie needs.
While we previously included meal plans and modifications for 1,200 calories, we no longer do.
Day 1
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Breakfast (534 calories)
A.M.
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Snack (212 calories)
Lunch (412 calories)
P.M. Make it 2,000 calories: Add 12 avocado to dinner.
Snack (232 calories)
Lunch (441 calories)
P.M. Make it 2,000 calories: Add 2 large eggs, scrambled, to breakfast.
Day 3
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A.M.
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Snack (203 calories)
Lunch (477 calories)
P.M.
Snack (228 calories)
Lunch (498 calories)
P.M. ## How to Meal-Prep Your Week of Meals:
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes!
This meal plan is meant to serve as a framework for an anti-inflammatory diet.
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It doesnt need to be followed exactly to reap the benefits.
For more inspiration, check out these delicious beginner-friendlyanti-inflammatory recipes.
Definitely, its fine to eat the same breakfast or lunch every day.
Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Lydia Pursell
The breakfasts range from 280 to 533 calories, while the lunches span 431 to 622 calories.
We no longer provide modifications for 1,200-calorie days in our meal plans.
Center for Disease Control and Prevention.High Blood Pressure Facts.
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U.S. Department of Agriculture.
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2020-2025.
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