1. How do you feel about the DASH diet’s approach to reducing blood pressure?
A. It’s fantastic and very effective
B. It’s okay, it needs more research
C. It’s not something I would follow
D. I don’t believe in dietary approaches
2. What’s your favorite aspect of the DASH diet?
A. The focus on fruits and vegetables
B. The reduction of sodium
C. The inclusion of lean proteins
D. The comprehensive approach to healthy eating
3. What makes you nervous about following the DASH diet?
A. Keeping up with the dietary restrictions
B. The possible lack of variety in meals
C. The need for constant meal planning
D. Potential costs of fresh produce and lean meats
4. What makes you most frustrated about the current state of dietary guidelines?
A. Conflicting recommendations
B. Lack of accessibility to healthy foods
C. Difficulty in changing long-term habits
D. Insufficient support and resources
5. What are you most excited about when hearing about the DASH diet?
A. Potential health improvements
B. Learning new recipes
C. Encouraging friends and family to join
D. Reducing dependency on medication
6. In a perfect world, what would be the ideal outcome of following the DASH diet?
A. Drastically lower blood pressure
B. Improved overall health
C. Sustainable healthy eating habits
D. Community-wide adoption of healthy eating principles
7. What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you hear about a diet change affecting blood pressure?
A. Excitement
B. Skepticism
C. Curiosity
D. Anxiety
8. How comfortable are you with making significant changes to your diet to improve health outcomes?
A. Very comfortable
B. Somewhat comfortable
C. Not very comfortable
D. Not comfortable at all
9. If you could choose any aspect of the DASH diet to improve, which one would it be and why?
A. Increased variety in meals
B. More affordable options
C. Better educational resources
D. Easier integration into daily life
10. What’s your go-to meal when following the DASH diet?
A. Grilled chicken with vegetables
B. Fruit salad
C. Whole grain pasta
D. Low-fat yogurt with nuts
11. When you think about the DASH diet, what are you most concerned about?
A. Adherence to the guidelines
B. Long-term sustainability
C. Initial costs and access to foods
D. Potential lack of flavor in meals
12. What aspect of the DASH diet makes you the most happy?
A. Knowing it’s science-backed
B. The potential health benefits
C. The ease of finding foods
D. The balance of nutrients
13. Which of these DASH diet principles do you enjoy the most?
A. Eating more fruits and veggies
B. Reducing sodium intake
C. Including low-fat dairy
D. Embracing whole grains
14. What keeps you up at night about dietary changes related to the DASH diet?
A. Fear of failure
B. Uncertain results
C. The complexity of meal planning
D. Impact on family meals
15. What do you dream about when it comes to improving your diet?
A. Achieving perfect health
B. Discovering delicious recipes
C. Inspiring others to eat healthily
D. Building a community around healthy eating
16. What happened in the past when you tried changing your diet?
A. I had great success
B. I struggled but learned a lot
C. It was challenging to maintain
D. I gave up quickly
17. You have a choice of incorporating more fruits or vegetables into your diet. Which do you choose?
A. More fruits
B. More vegetables
C. A mix of both
D. Neither, I need to stick to what I know
18. Someone asks you how your DASH diet is going. What’s the actual answer, not just “I’m good?”
A. It’s going great, I feel better
B. It’s tough but worth it
C. I’m struggling with the planning
D. I’ve had better days, honestly
19. Which member of your social group are you when it comes to diet changes?
A. The enthusiastic leader
B. The cautious follower
C. The skeptic
D. The one who needs convincing
20. When you were a kid, how did you approach eating fruits and vegetables?
A. I loved them
B. I ate them because I had to
C. I avoided them
D. It was a battle at every meal
21. What is most likely to make you feel down about following the DASH diet?
A. Lack of immediate results
B. Missing out on favorite foods
C. Feeling overwhelmed by the changes
D. Social eating situations
22. How often do you plan out meals for the week?
A. Every week
B. Most weeks
C. Once in a while
D. Rarely
23. Which of these healthy eating scenarios would you enjoy the most?
A. Meal prepping every Sunday
B. Finding quick and easy DASH diet recipes
C. Hosting a healthy potluck
D. Discovering new DASH-friendly restaurants
24. What’s your favorite memory related to healthy eating?
A. Cooking a meal with family
B. Growing vegetables in a garden
C. Trying a new fruit for the first time
D. Attending a healthy eating workshop
25. What is your absolute favorite healthy snack?
A. Fresh fruit
B. Unsalted nuts
C. Low-fat yogurt
D. Veggie sticks with hummus
26. How would your friends and family describe your approach to healthy eating?
A. Very dedicated
B. Interested but cautious
C. Reluctant
D. Unconcerned
27. What do you most want to explore about the DASH diet?
A. Its potential health benefits
B. New and exciting recipes
C. Strategies for meal planning
D. Community and support resources
28. How comfortable are you with the idea of reducing sodium in your diet?
A. Very comfortable
B. Somewhat comfortable
C. Not very comfortable
D. Not comfortable at all
29. If you had a week off to focus on healthy eating, what would you do?
A. Plan and prep all my meals
B. Research and try new recipes
C. Attend a cooking class
D. Relax and take it easy
30. What causes you the most frustration when trying to follow dietary recommendations?
A. Conflicting information
B. Difficulty finding time to prepare meals
C. High cost of healthy foods
D. Lack of support from family or friends
31. How prepared are you for following a healthier diet to manage your blood pressure?
A. Fully prepared
B. Somewhat prepared
C. Not very prepared
D. Not prepared at all
32. What happens if you miss a meal plan schedule?
A. I adapt and find a healthy option
B. I get stressed but manage it
C. I reach for unhealthy foods
D. I skip the meal altogether
33. How confident are you in your ability to stick to the DASH diet long-term?
A. Very confident
B. Somewhat confident
C. Not very confident
D. Not confident at all
34. How do you handle not having immediate results from diet changes?
A. Stay motivated and keep going
B. Feel discouraged but continue
C. Start doubting the process
D. Give up and revert to old habits
35. Which of the following best describes your current diet?
A. Mostly aligned with DASH principles
B. Somewhat healthy but with room for improvement
C. Mixed with healthy and unhealthy choices
D. Mostly unhealthy
36. What is your current biggest challenge related to following the DASH diet?
A. Meal planning and prep
B. Finding affordable ingredients
C. Sticking to the diet when dining out
D. Overcoming cravings for unhealthy foods
37. How often do you limit your sodium intake in your diet?
A. Always
B. Often
C. Sometimes
D. Rarely
38. How do you handle a social setting where there are mostly unhealthy food options?
A. Bring my own healthy options
B. Pick the healthiest options available
C. Indulge but in moderation
D. Eat whatever is there
39. To what degree do you experience frustration when you don’t follow your diet?
A. High degree
B. Moderate degree
C. Low degree
D. No frustration
40. Do you have access to fresh, healthy food options regularly?
A. Yes, always
B. Most of the time
C. Sometimes
D. Rarely
41. What do you think you need to reach your goal of better blood pressure management with diet?
A. Better planning
B. More knowledge about the diet
C. Support from friends or family
D. Access to more affordable food options
42. Are you stuck in a routine of unhealthy eating habits?
A. Yes, completely
B. Mostly
C. Occasionally
D. Not at all
43. How connected do you feel to your current dietary routines?
A. Very connected
B. Somewhat connected
C. Not very connected
D. Not connected at all
44. Do you have a support system in place to help you follow the DASH diet?
A. Yes, a strong support system
B. Some support but could be better
C. A little support
D. No support at all
45. What do you think is missing in your quest to follow the DASH diet effectively?
A. More recipes and meal ideas
B. Time to plan and prepare meals
C. Encouragement and motivation
D. Access to affordable ingredients
46. How often do you find yourself reverting to old eating habits?
A. Frequently
B. Occasionally
C. Rarely
D. Never
47. How confident are you in your ability to avoid high-sodium foods?
A. Very confident
B. Somewhat confident
C. Not very confident
D. Not confident at all
48. How well do you manage your dietary plan on weekends compared to weekdays?
A. Equally well
B. Better on weekdays
C. Better on weekends
D. Difficult to manage on both
49. What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you think about preparing a DASH diet meal?
A. Fresh ingredients
B. Time and effort
C. Health benefits
D. Restrictions and limitations
50. Which of the following is most likely to frustrate you about the DASH diet?
A. Complexity of meal planning
B. Higher cost of ingredients
C. Social dining challenges
D. Lack of immediate results
51. What’s your DASH diet goal?
A. Lower blood pressure
B. Improved overall health
C. Weight management
D. Creating sustainable healthy habits
52. How connected do you feel to maintaining a low-sodium diet?
A. Very connected
B. Somewhat connected
C. Not very connected
D. Not connected at all
53. Do you involve your family in your DASH diet meal planning?
A. Yes, always
B. Sometimes
C. Rarely
D. Never
54. How would you describe your relationship to healthy eating currently?
A. Very focused and committed
B. Interested but inconsistent
C. Trying but struggling
D. Hardly focused at all
55. How often do you incorporate physical activity alongside your dietary changes?
A. Daily
B. A few times a week
C. Rarely
D. Never
56. Do you find it difficult to maintain the DASH diet when eating out?
A. Yes, very difficult
B. Sometimes difficult
C. Manageable
D. Not difficult at all
57. How well do you stick to your dietary goals during holidays and special occasions?
A. Very well
B. Okay, with some lapses
C. It’s a challenge
D. I usually don’t stick to them
58. How often do you feel the need for more variety in your DASH diet meals?
A. Frequently
B. Occasionally
C. Rarely
D. Never
59. Do you have enough knowledge about the DASH diet to make informed choices?
A. Yes, very knowledgeable
B. Somewhat knowledgeable
C. Need more information
D. Not knowledgeable at all
60. Are your dietary strategies consistently achieving the desired results?
A. Yes, definitely
B. Sometimes
C. Rarely
D. Not at all
Disclaimer: Please consult a physician before making any changes to your health regimen.
Sources:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK482514/