NUTRITION / DIETARY / REHABILITATION

Cardiovascular diseases are a leading cause of deaths in India, and according to WHO reports, the situation will get worse by 2030. As a result, proper nutrition and dietary habits are essential to ensure cardiac rehabilitation in preventive cardiovascular care. Whole grains and vegetables, fresh fruits, and low-fat dairy products help in reducing the risk of cardiovascular diseases. Along with diet, cardiac rehabilitation exercises play an important role in promoting and maintaining cardiovascular fitness and improving quality of life.

NUTRITION / DIETARY / REHABILITATION PROCEDURES

FRUITS AND VEGETABLES

Fresh fruits and vegetables contain lot of nutrients, dietary fiber and are low in calories. Three or more servings of apples, oranges, cranberry, cherries, pineapple, and vegetables like carrot, beetroot, spinach, cabbage and tomato reduces the risk of heart disease by over 27%.

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WHOLE GRAINS

Whole grains, due to their high fiber content, are excellent in reducing risk of heart disease. A regular consumption of 400-500gms of whole grains in daily diet is recommended to reduce heart disease risk by 27%.

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LEGUMES

Legumes are an excellent source of protein in diet and including 2 cups of dal and pulses in daily dietary habits helps keep a check on cardiovascular diseases.

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NUTS, FISH AND OMEGA-3 FATS

Nuts are a good source of MUFA, flavonoids, fiber and minerals, while eating fish provides PUFA, all of which are helpful in reducing risk of heart disorders by 17%.

MINERALS

Decreasing the intake of sodium (common salt) to 1.8mg per day, and incorporating potassium, calcium and magnesium in daily diet can help reduce blood pressure and reduce risk of cardiovascular diseases.