Lisinopril
This is the primary condition for which Lisinopril was prescribed for Mr. Kealoha
Hypertension
This diet, rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and low-fat dairy, is recommended to lower blood pressure in patients with hypertension.
DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension)
The Traditional Hawaiian Diet emphasizes eating nutrient-dense foods that are primarily high in these macronutrients and low in this one.
carbohydrates (high) and fat (low)
This common suffix is shared by all ACE inhibitors
-pril
(lisinopril, enalapril, and captopril)
Patients with hypertension are advised to limit this mineral in their diet to help reduce blood pressure.
Sodium/salt
This traditional staple, made from kalo (taro), is rich in protein, fiber, and micronutrients, and was the most common dietary food for infants in Hawai‘i.
Poi
This enzyme is inhibited by lisinopril, preventing the conversion of angiotensin I to angiotensin II.
Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE)
The American Heart Association recommends that adults with hypertension limit their sodium intake to this maximum amount per day.
2,300 mg per day (or ideally 1,500 mg per day)
These three traditional Hawaiian carbohydrate-rich foods — kalo, ‘uala, and ‘ulu — provided the majority of daily calories, making up about 78–80% of the traditional diet.
taro, sweet potato, and breadfruit
By dilating this renal arteriole, lisinopril reduces intraglomerular pressure and slows diabetic nephropathy progression.
Efferent arteriole
This type of diet emphasizes reducing processed and packaged foods, cooking at home, and using herbs and spices instead of salt.
low-salt (low-sodium) diet
Potential benefits of the Hawaii diet include weight loss, decreased serum cholesterol, and ...
decreased BP
This common side effect of lisinopril is due to bradykinin accumulation in the lungs.
In addition to lowering sodium, the DASH diet is designed to be high in these three nutrients, which help relax blood vessels and lower blood pressure.
potassium, calcium, and magnesium
Native Hawaiians believed that traditional foods carried this spiritual force, providing strength and health.