Question

1. List the major risk factors for coronary heart disease and indicate which ones are modifiable and which ones are not 2. Review Table 27-3 Lifestyle Management to Reduce CVD Risk (TLC Diet Guidelines) (Pages 380-384 (Original pages 800-804)), the DASH Eating Plan (Pages 391-393 (Original pages 811-813)), and Table 27-5. Read each section in the chapter for specific guidelines on each diet. As the chapter describes, the DASH dietary pattern is helpful for lowering blood pressure and for reducing CHD as well. • List elements of the DASH eating plan that are consistent with the Lifestyle Management to Reduce CVD Risk diet recommendations. (What do they have in common?) • Suggest ways in which a person following the DASH Eating Plan might accomplish the following additional dietary modifications: a. Consume a higher percentage of fat from monounsaturated sources. (What are sources of healthy monounsaturated fats that we could include in our diets?) b. Reduce intake of trans-fatty acids. (What foods are high in trans fats that we should avoid?)

Answer 1

1. Non modifiable: age, sex, family history ; Non-modifiable: smoking, increased LDL, decreased HDL, diabetes Mellitus, obesity
2. Whole grain roll, rosemary, Greek yogurt, chicken breast, bell peppers, kidney beans ie whole grain food, vegetables, lean meat, etc
3. Olive oil, avocados, nuts and nut butters are rich in MUFA
4. Cut out deep fried food, food from outtakes, burgers, pizza, crisps, etc