dietary management for atherosclerosis
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Dietary management for Atherosclerosis
• Atherosclerosis is a condition in which cholesterol calcium and biochemical waste are deposited in the walls of blood vessels. It is an underlying cause of most heart attacks and strokes.
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Principle of diet:• A low calorie, complex carbohydrates, normal protein, restricted fat, low
sodium and potassium, high fiber, high vitamins and mineral diet should be provided.
• Whole milk should be avoided.
• HDL (high density lipoprotein) is good cholesterol that helps to prevent atherosclerosis.
• Omega 3 fatty acids should be included which protects the heart from clots and inflammation and reduces the risk of heart strokes.
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• Drinks and alcohol will be raising blood pressure and triglyceride level. Hence should be restricted.
• Salt should be taken in low amounts.
• Potassium should be restricted as it results in irregular heart beat and may result to death. Hence, Leached fruits and vegetables should be given.
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Foods to be included:• Deep sea fish, Omega 3 fish oil like salmon and tuna, soy milk, almonds, oat
meal, oat bran(contains high amounts of soluble fiber)
• Brown rice, wheat pasta, legumes such as kidney beans, lentils and chick pea can also be included.
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Foods to be avoided:• Saturated fats, trans-fat, cholesterol, refined carbohydrates like sugar foods,
soft drinks, sweet baked foods, and salt were avoided.
• Whole milk dairy products including yogurt, cheese, ice creams, margarine, fried foods, egg yogurt, organ meats are not be included.
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Sample diet for Atherosclerosis Timings Menu Quantity Early morning Black tea 1 cup Breakfast Bice flour dosa
Tomato chutney 2 no.’s½ serving
Mid morning Apple Sweet corn
1 no.1 cup
Lunch RicePulka Ladies finger curryFish curry Salad
2 servings1 no.1 serving½ serving1 serving
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Timings Menu QuantityTea time Green tea
Oats upma 1 cup1 serving
Dinner Pulka RiceEgg white Bottle guard curry Salad
1 no.2 servings11 serving1 serving
Bed time Skimmed milk 1 glass