Dash diet - the best way to lose weight

Dash diet was designed initially to help people lower their blood pressure and sodium levels, is also the best eating plan to lose weight, according to a ranking of diets by U.S. News & World Report released today.

The panel of 22 experts who came up with the rankings for the magazine said the DASH Diet, which stands for Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension, was "heart-healthy and nutritionally sound."

Three diets tied for the  No. 2 position: the Mediterranean Diet, the TLC Diet and Weight Watchers.

The DASH diets consists of eating lots of fruits and vegetables, low-fat or non-fat dairy products and whole graints. It is high fiber and rich in potassium, calcium and magnesium.

From:  http://weblogs.baltimoresun.com/health/2011/06/dash_diet_best_way_to_lose_wei.html