Cholesterol Control 3-Week Plan Handbook and Cookbook - Softcover

Krimmel, Edward; Krimmel, Patricia

 
9780916503086: Cholesterol Control 3-Week Plan Handbook and Cookbook

Synopsis

The first section of this guide discusses every aspect of lipids (fats) and how to control blood cholesterol levels. A simple three-week plan offers strategies for initial cholesterol control, along with suggestions for food shopping, meal planning, and food preparation. The second half puts that discussion into practice with delicious, easily prepared low-fat recipes. This updated and expanded guide to understanding and reducing cholesterol also includes a new chapter on the cholesterol concerns of children and adolescents and 33 black-and-white illustrations and charts.

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Synopsis

The first section of the book is education about lipids (fats) and how to control blood cholesterol levels. Included is a 3 week plan for initial cholesterol control, suggestions or food shopping, meal planning (sample menus), and food preparation. Risk factors for heart disease are discussed along with how to determine your 10 year risk of developing coronary heart disease or having a heart attack. The use of medications in addition to lifestyle changes is also addressed. In this book, the authors focus on sound basic principles, in a clear and concise format. Sufficient background material is given on cholesterol metabolism and arterial plaque development in a readable, understandable style. The authors have emphasised the importance of utilizing simple tools to reach achievable goals with appropriate health care supervision. This book can supplement the patient's basic knowledge while under the care of a physician, and provide a valuable primer on this subject. The second section of the book is delicious. easy to prepare low fat, recipes.

The recipes in the cookbook section can be utilized or modified to suit personal food preferences and to complement dietary information obtained from a dietician or physician.

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