This course is Lesson 5 of a recently completed webinar entitled, "Nutrition and Chronic Disease Management." Successfully completing this lesson will earn 1.5 CEs. For accreditation information and presenter biographies, Click here.

Topics:

I. Goals for heart health

A. HgbA1c
B. Blood pressure
C. Cholesterol

II. Nutrient Considerations

A. Calories
B. Carbohydrates
C. Fiber
D. Protein
E. Fats
F. Cholesterol
G. Alcohol

III. Herbs/natural products
IV. Antioxidants
V. Phytochemicals
VI. Improving lipids
VII. Weight Management

Behavioral/Learning Objectives:

1. List 2 life style interventions that can assist with reducing LDL cholesterol.
2. State the benefit of fiber on lipid management.
3. Identify why trans fats are unhealthy.