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Pathologic process in coronary artery disease
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The major cause of CVD and the underlying pathologic process in the coronary heart disease is ATHEROSCLEROSIS
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Understanding Atherosclerosis
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A common form of arteriosclerosis that is characterized by the formation of fatty streaks that contain cholesterol and that develop into hardened plaques in the inner lining of major blood vessels such as the coronary arteries.
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Result of Brain infract
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Cerebrovascular Accident.
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Cerebrovascular Accident
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a stroke; caused by arteriosclerosis within the blood vessels of the brain that cuts off oxygen supply to the affected portion of brain tissue, thereby paralyzing the actions that are controlled by the affected area.
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Non modifiable risk factors for CAD (CVD)
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Male gender
Age Heredity Family history Estimated glomerular filtration rate of <mL/min Type 1 diabetes mellitus |
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Modifiable risk factors for CAD (CVD)
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Cigarette smoking
Hypertension Physical inactivity Obesity and overweight Type 2 diabetes mellitus Atherogenicdiet (High intake of saturated fat and cholesterol) |
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Normal lipoprotein level
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Total cholesterol less than 200
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Triglycerides level
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Less than 150
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Food choice to control fat and cholesterol
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Cut back on transfat
Cut back on cholesterol Eat less of the nutrient-poor foods Cut back on beverages and foods with added sugar Food with little or no salt Drink alcohol in moderation Total Fat intake should not exceed 20-35% |
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Function of lipoproteins
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Carries fat and cholesterol to tissue for cell metabolism and then back to the liver for breakdown and excretion as needed.
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AHA dietary guidelines on food
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to limit on consume in moderation
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Dietary modification during first 24-48 hours after myocardial infarction
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No energy intake
Soft or easily digested food Mediterranean type diet Sodium limit |
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TLC dietary recommendation for cholesterol intake
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Total cholesterol intake less than 200 mg/day
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Recommended greatest portion for dietary fatty acids
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Total fats - 25-35%
Saturated <7% Polyunsaturated - Up to 10% Monounsaturated - Up to 20% |
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Food recommended in DASH eating plan
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Whole grain toast and bananas
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Best way to control coronary heart disease
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weight reduction
adopt the DASH eating plan dietary sodium reduction physical activity moderation of alcohol consumption |
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Food high in soluble dietary fiber
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Oats, Legumes, Barley, Algae, Seaweed, Fruits, Bran, Whole grains, broccoli stems, fruits with edible seeds; strawberry & flaxseeds
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Food being encouraged in DASH diet
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Rich in fruits and vegetables
Low-fat dairy products Saturated or reduced fats |
