1. Cardiovascular Disease
Atherosclerosis, fatty deposit of cholesterol causing inflammation and build up of plaque
As the build up increases, the lumen narrows causing risk for clotting or decreased elasticity
Hypertension is the increased force of the heart where pressure and rate become erratic
CAD, blockage of main cardiac artery by thrombus or emboli causing occlusion
CHF, inability of the heart to keep up with demands for circulation and pressure

7. Cardiovascular Disease
CVA, blockage of a blood vessel in the brain typically caused by emboli or ruptured vessel
Hyperlipidemia, excess LDL cholesterol with low HDL and association with HTN
GENERALLY, 1500mg Na diet with low fat and LIMITED cholesterol from animal sources
DASH, Dietary Approach to Stop Hypertension with increased fruits, vegetables, lean protein, and less fat

10. Cardiovascular Disease
Chylomicrons, transport exogenous triglycerides from the GI to circulation
VLDL, transports endogenous triglycerides within circulation as needed
LDL, transport ALL triglycerides from the liver to muscle tissue
HDL, transport unused triglycerides from muscle tissue back to liver

15. Cardiovascular Disease
For some, caffeine effects cardiac function but for most moderate use has benefits
Plant sterols bind to cholesterol and bile to help remove excess dietary fats
Omega-3 fatty acids EPA, DHA reduce clotting risk, inflammation, lower triglycerides
Fatty fish, salmon, sardines, anchovies, and supplements

24. Cardiovascular Disease
Fiber, soluble can help with formed stool, GI microflora, binding to dietary lipids
Fiber, insoluble can help with diarrhea and lipid excretion when consumed in a mixed meal
Soy protein as a REPLACEMENT for some animal proteins can total cholesterol
Red wine, contains resveratrol which has SOME evidence to show improved arterial elasticity

27. Cardiovascular Disease
Biggest diet intervention in acute setting is Na 2gm due to water retention and BPH
>75% of total salt intake not from table Na, but from processed or preserved foods, 4-6gm daily
Salt free <5mg, Low Salt <140mg, REDUCED salt >25% of ORIGINAL recipe