This document discusses the characteristics of the American diet compared to the Mediterranean diet and their effects on cardiovascular disease. It provides data showing that the average American diet is high in calories, added sugars, refined grains, and saturated fats. In contrast, the Mediterranean diet is high in vegetables, fruits, whole grains, fish, and olive oil. Studies have shown that following a Mediterranean diet is associated with lower rates of obesity, cholesterol, and cardiovascular risk factors compared to a low-fat diet. Adopting aspects of the Mediterranean diet may help reduce the prevalence of cardiovascular disease in the United States.
Learn about the Mediterranean diet, including its role in preventing cardiovascular disease. Find out how the Mediterranean diet can help protect and improve your health and increase your odds for a long life.
Learn about the Mediterranean diet, including its role in preventing cardiovascular disease. Find out how the Mediterranean diet can help protect and improve your health and increase your odds for a long life.
The Mediterranean Diet: The Consumer Perspective: Ipsos MORIIpsos UK
Why is it an important time for the Med Diet? Why are manufacturers and the government concerned with healthy eating? How can we engage more consumers with the Med Diet? Ipsos MORI's Ethnography Team presented our findings to the Food and Drink Innovation Network on Wednesday 27 June 2012.
Foods for a Healthy Heart: What to Eat and What Notto Eatanthonycasimano
Your diet has a lot to do with your health. After all, you become what you eat. When it comes to taking care of your heart, the foods you eat and your habits play the most important role. We all know that proper nutrition and healthy lifestyle are essential weapons against heart disease. However, most people get stuck in their routine and often fail to follow a heart-healthy diet in the long run.
High blood pressure is one of the most common problem faced by people today.Though it is found to be more common in the elderly but these days even other age groups are found to be a victim of this problem.High BP can be controlled to some extent by selecting the right diet which can ultimately minimize your medicine intake and give you a healthy lifestyle.
This is an excellent presentation for why we should embrace Vegetarianism. This presentation is based on the Vedic scriptures and even the modern science.
Concept of vegetarianism and Health benefits for following vegetarian diet pattern including a Food Pyramid for vegetarians are included in this slide. You can get an extra hand full of knowledge about Therapeutic importance of fruits and vegetables
Heart Healthy Lifestyle Diet
Choose heart healthy foods to avoid heart diseases and its consequences. Nutrition and diet play a vital role in keeping your heart healthy lifestyle. So choose smartly what to eat and what to avoid.
List of foods to eat:
Eat fruits and vegetables
Eat whole grains
Eat low fat dairy products
Use olive, sunflower or soybean oils
Eat poultry, fish like salmon
Eat healthy nuts like walnuts, almonds
Eat dark chocolate
Eat berries, flaxseeds, oatmeal
Eat tofu, avocados
Hydrate yourself
List of foods to avoid:
Do not eat coconut, canned fruits
Do not fried vegetables and frozen fruits
Limit the intake of saturated fat
Limit the intake of trans fat
Do not eat butter, bacon fat
Avoid red meat
Limit the intake of sodium
Limit intake of sweets
Control your portion size
Limit intake of red wine, sugar-sweetened beverages
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Dash diet 2 | houstonkidneyclinic.com
The DASH Diet is low in total fat, saturated fat and cholesterol, while high in potassium, calcium, magnesium, fiber and protein.2 Following the DASH Diet has been clinically proven to successfully lower blood pressure. And, the DASH Diet adheres to the goals of the 2005 Dietary Guidelines for Americans.4
The DASH Diet 3 | houstonkidneyclinic.com
This fact sheet, based on the DASH
research findings, tells about high blood
pressure, and how to follow the DASH
diet and reduce the amount of sodium
you consume.
The Mediterranean Diet: The Consumer Perspective: Ipsos MORIIpsos UK
Why is it an important time for the Med Diet? Why are manufacturers and the government concerned with healthy eating? How can we engage more consumers with the Med Diet? Ipsos MORI's Ethnography Team presented our findings to the Food and Drink Innovation Network on Wednesday 27 June 2012.
Foods for a Healthy Heart: What to Eat and What Notto Eatanthonycasimano
Your diet has a lot to do with your health. After all, you become what you eat. When it comes to taking care of your heart, the foods you eat and your habits play the most important role. We all know that proper nutrition and healthy lifestyle are essential weapons against heart disease. However, most people get stuck in their routine and often fail to follow a heart-healthy diet in the long run.
High blood pressure is one of the most common problem faced by people today.Though it is found to be more common in the elderly but these days even other age groups are found to be a victim of this problem.High BP can be controlled to some extent by selecting the right diet which can ultimately minimize your medicine intake and give you a healthy lifestyle.
This is an excellent presentation for why we should embrace Vegetarianism. This presentation is based on the Vedic scriptures and even the modern science.
Concept of vegetarianism and Health benefits for following vegetarian diet pattern including a Food Pyramid for vegetarians are included in this slide. You can get an extra hand full of knowledge about Therapeutic importance of fruits and vegetables
Heart Healthy Lifestyle Diet
Choose heart healthy foods to avoid heart diseases and its consequences. Nutrition and diet play a vital role in keeping your heart healthy lifestyle. So choose smartly what to eat and what to avoid.
List of foods to eat:
Eat fruits and vegetables
Eat whole grains
Eat low fat dairy products
Use olive, sunflower or soybean oils
Eat poultry, fish like salmon
Eat healthy nuts like walnuts, almonds
Eat dark chocolate
Eat berries, flaxseeds, oatmeal
Eat tofu, avocados
Hydrate yourself
List of foods to avoid:
Do not eat coconut, canned fruits
Do not fried vegetables and frozen fruits
Limit the intake of saturated fat
Limit the intake of trans fat
Do not eat butter, bacon fat
Avoid red meat
Limit the intake of sodium
Limit intake of sweets
Control your portion size
Limit intake of red wine, sugar-sweetened beverages
Visit us @http://bit.ly/2nrZcJJ
Dash diet 2 | houstonkidneyclinic.com
The DASH Diet is low in total fat, saturated fat and cholesterol, while high in potassium, calcium, magnesium, fiber and protein.2 Following the DASH Diet has been clinically proven to successfully lower blood pressure. And, the DASH Diet adheres to the goals of the 2005 Dietary Guidelines for Americans.4
The DASH Diet 3 | houstonkidneyclinic.com
This fact sheet, based on the DASH
research findings, tells about high blood
pressure, and how to follow the DASH
diet and reduce the amount of sodium
you consume.
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The Mediterranean Diet: Its Effect on Cardiovascular Diseasenealascott
What is now commonly known as the Mediterranean Diet has its origins in the foods consumed and the lifestyle of the people who lived in the Mediterranean region during the middle of the twentieth century. The lifestyle consisted of a diet rich in vegetables, whole grains, fruit, olive oil, nuts and fish, with a paucity of red meat and other sources of saturated fat. In addition, daily exercise and wine were also important components of this lifestyle. The benefits in terms of a significant decrease in cardiovascular mortality and morbidity have been proven repeatedly in clinical trials. The mechanism of the decrease in cardiac events appears to be due to improvement in function of the vascular endothelium. This review summarizes a number of the trials that examined the hypothesis that the Mediterranean Diet can significantly decrease the incidence of myocardial infarction and cardiac mortality.
The Mediterranean Diet: Its Effect on Cardiovascular DiseaseFranklin D Rivera II
This review summarizes a number of the trials that examined the hypothesis that the Mediterranean Diet can significantly decrease the incidence of myocardial infarction and cardiac mortality.
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CARBOHYDRATES IN THE HAITIAN COMMUNITY
Carbohydrates in the Haitian Community, Risk Factors and the Need for Nutrition Education
Adalyne Pericles PA-C
Saint Francis University
MMS 513: Clinical Residency
February 28, 2016
Abstract
The Haitian population is growing in the Miami, little Haiti area with a current population of 31,832 as of 2011, an increased prevalence of obesity, diabetes and cardiovascular disease has been seen in the adult population of this community. The Haitian population of Little Haiti in Miami need to be educated about the positive effect of a diet rich in fruits, vegetables and healthy protein. Education on nutrition to include the guidelines stated by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). The focus on this paper will be on understanding the dietary behavior of Haitian immigrants, and the relationship between consumption of foods rich in carbohydrates and also explains the health benefits of adopting a healthy diet, to help decrease the risk of Diabetes and Cardiovascular diseases.
Haiti being a third world nations, is one the poorest countries in the world where natural resources such as food, water for proper nutrition is hard to fine, especially in the poorest population. In this country, the majority of the population develop food insecurity where individuals are relieved if they have to opportunity to feed themselves and would eat whatever is available in order to prevent death associated with malnutrition (Ramsey, R., Giskes, K., Turrell, G., & Gallegos, D., 2012). The most available and yet non-affordable foods are in the form of carbohydrates such corn, bread, and cane sugar; rice, pastas, cakes and colas are reserved to the wealthy and for special events. Here in the United States of America where food is abundant and available, they face culture shock where they change to a state of overeating of the foods that are culturally considered to be reserved for festivities in order to express their originality and identify (Azar, K. M., J., Chen, E., Holland, A. T., & Palaniappan, L. P., 2013). Food insecurity will lead to overconsumption of carbohydrates which leads to obesity, a major risk factor for cardiovascular diseases, diabetes and other diseases. This is why it is important to educate our patient and providers in this community and other small immigrant communities.
Literature review
Little Haiti’s population as of 2000, 3,365 and 1,983 residents, with 9,368 households, and 6,181 families residing in the neighborhood. There are 64.92% of this population is black or African American, 14.74%% Hispanic, and 4.78% White. This community is considered to have a low socioeconomic status with a median household income of $18,887
Investigating the relationships between food insecurity, socio-demographic and health factors as well as dietary intakes among adults in the this community is one of the most important aspects that will help understand the increase number.
This research was performed for the University of Washington graduate course: Design Thinking Studio. The content of this presentation is on the topic of nutritional health in urban Seattle.
Coauthors: Dr Gilda Philip, Dr Michael Oludipe, Dr Christa Maria Joel, Ms Philo Mary Hilary Fernandez, Dr Qudroh Arowolo, Dr Hira Zahid.
Module: Effects of Lifestyle on Health
Supervisor: Ms Jane Tobias and Dr Daniel Boakye
University of the West of Scotland
Review by Louis B. Cady, MD (Cady Wellness Institute) of need for vitamin and mineral supplements, current evidence for loss of minerals and nutrients in soils. Reasonable strategies for identifying supplement needs. Understand how declining nutrients, inadequate intake of recommended servings of fruits and vegetables all contribute to chronic health conditions.
2. Overview
Characteristics of the American Diet
Trends in the American Diet
The Health Benefits of the Mediterranean Diet
The Prevalence of Cardiovascular Disease in the
U.S.
3. Characteristics of the American Diet
Data from WWEIA and the 2003– 2004 and 2005–2006
NHANES Data:
Average Daily Caloric Intake: 2,176 kcal/day.
Top Five food sources of daily caloric intake:
cake, cookies, quick bread, pastry, and pie (7.2%)
yeast breads and rolls(7.1%)
soft drinks (5.4%)
beef (4.7%)
crackers, pretzels, chips (4.7%)
Huth P, Nutrition Journal, 2013
4. Characteristics of the American Diet
WWEIA & NHANES 2003-2004 & 2005- 2006:
Average intake of added sugars >2 years old 83.9 g/day
The top 3 sources of saturated fatty acids(cheese, beef,
and milk) contribute more than 40% of the vitamin B12,
almost half of the vitamin D and calcium intake
“Nutrients of Concern”
Potassium, Dietary Fiber, Calcium, and Vitamin D
Huth P, Nutrition Journal, 2013
5. Trends in the American Diet
1970 – 2000: Caloric intake increased by 24.5% (530 calories)
Refined Grains: 9.5%
Added fats and oils: 9.0%
Added sugars: 4.7%
Ogden C, CDC, 2011
6. The Mediterranean Diet
Based on the traditional eating habits of the
countries that border the Mediterranean Sea
Ancient Mediterranean diet focused on the 7
biblical species—wheat, barley, grapes, figs,
pomegranates, olives, and date honey
Yang J, Plos One, 2014
8. Cardiovascular Disease
The leading cause of death in the United
States
Responsible for 1 in every 3 deaths
Stroke is the #1 cause of long-term disability
CVD treatment costs $312.6 billion/year
Gwynne M, Journal Of Family Practice, 2013
9. Cardiovascular Disease
Modifiable Risk Factors:
Hypertension
Tobacco use
Diabetes Mellitus
Physical inactivity
Unhealthy diet
The AHA reports diet is responsible for13% of CVD
deaths
Cholesterol/lipids
Overweight and obesity
www.world-heart-federation.org/
10. The Mediterranean Diet and
Cardiovascular Disease
The Seven Countries Study:
Farmers of Crete followed a high-fat diet but
had the lowest cardiovascular mortality rate
Meta-analysis have shown that consumption
of marine omega-3s decrease the risk of
major cardiovascular (CV) events, such as
myocardial infarction (MI), sudden cardiac
death (SCD), coronary heart disease (CHD)
Lavie C, Journal Of The American College Of Cardiology , 2009
11. The Mediterranean Diet and
Cardiovascular Disease
METHODS: A cross-sectional cohort study of 780 male
firefighters, ages 18 years or older, from 11 fire
departments in two Midwestern states.
RESULTS: Inverse relationship between
Mediterranean Diet and MetS, LDL cholesterol and
weight gain.
metabolic syndrome score ↓
LDL-cholesterol ↓
Weight gain ↓
HDL-cholesterol ↑
Yang J, Plos One, 2014
12. Mediterranean Diet vs Low-Fat Diet
METHODS: Meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
compared the Mediterranean Diet with low-fat diets (<30% fat) in
overweight/obese participants.
RESULTS: CVD risk factors and vascular inflammatory markers
improved more favorably among individuals following the
Mediterranean diet than the Low-Fat.
Body weight ↓
BMI ↓
Waist circumference ↓
Total cholesterol ↓
C-reactive protein ↓
P-value <.001
Nordmann A, American Journal of Medicine, 2011
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Editor's Notes
Huth P, Fulgoni III V, Keast D, Park K, Auestad N. Major food sources of calories, added sugars, and saturated fat and their contribution to essential nutrient intakes in the U.S. diet: data from the national health and nutrition examination survey (2003-2006).Nutrition Journal [serial online]. September 2013;12(1):1-10.
Huth P, Fulgoni III V, Keast D, Park K, Auestad N. Major food sources of calories, added sugars, and saturated fat and their contribution to essential nutrient intakes in the U.S. diet: data from the national health and nutrition examination survey (2003-2006).Nutrition Journal [serial online]. September 2013;12(1):1-10.
http://www.usda.gov/factbook/chapter2.pdf
Yang J, Farioli A, Korre M, Kales S. Modified Mediterranean Diet Score and Cardiovascular Risk in a North American Working Population. Plos ONE [serial online]. February 2014;9(2):1-9.
The diet does not single out specific food items or limit calories, but rather emphasizes an abundance of plant foods, olive oil as the principal source of fat, limited dairy products, consumption of moderate amounts of fish, poultry, and wine, low amounts of red meat, and fresh fruit daily.
Gwynne M, Mounsey A, Ewigman B, Stevermer J. Mediterranean diet: Higher fat but lower risk. Journal Of Family Practice [serial online]. December 2013;62(12):745-748.
Widmer R, Flammer A, Lerman L, Lerman A. The Mediterranean Diet, its Components, and Cardiovascular Disease. American Journal Of Medicine [serial online]. March 2015;128(3):229-238.
Lavie C, Milani R, Mehra M, Ventura H. Omega-3 Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids and Cardiovascular Diseases. Journal Of The American College Of Cardiology (JACC) [serial online]. August 11, 2009;54(7):585-594.
Prospective and retrospective trials from many countries, including the U.S., have shown that moderate fish oil consumption decreases the risk of major cardiovascular (CV) events, such as myocardial infarction (MI), sudden cardiac death (SCD), coronary heart disease (CHD), atrial fibrillation (AF).
Most of the evidence for benefits of the -3 PUFA has been obtained for eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), the long-chain fatty acids in this family. There is, however, some epidemiological support for a benefit from alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), the plant-based precursor of EPA. The American Heart Association (AHA) has currently endorsed the use of -3 PUFA at a dose of approximately 1 g/day of combined DHA and EPA, either in the form of fatty fish or fish oil supplements (in capsules or liquid form) in patients with documented CHD (9). The health benefits of these longchain fatty acids are numerous and remain an active area of research (Table 2). The purpose of this review is to summarize the current scientific data on the effects of the long chain -3 PUFA in the primary and secondary prevention of various CV disorders and to highlight potential directions for CV research with these agents
The Mediterranean Diet has been proven by randomized controlled trials, observational studies, and meta-analyses to be beneficial for both primary and secondary prevention of cardiovascular disease
Yang J, Farioli A, Korre M, Kales S. Modified Mediterranean Diet Score and Cardiovascular Risk in a North American Working Population. Plos ONE [serial online]. February 2014;9(2):1-9.
Nordmann A, Suter-Zimmermann K, Briel M, et al. Meta-Analysis Comparing Mediterranean to Low-Fat Diets for Modification of Cardiovascular Risk Factors. American Journal Of Medicine [serial online]. September 2011;124(9):841-851.e2.