Diet Treatment for Dyslipidemia
It is well established that diet is one of the most important factors to consider in treating dyslipidemia. Through dietary treatment can reduce plasma cholesterol and triglycerides. This is independent of the origin of dyslipidemia.
Within a dietary treatment for dyslipidemia is important to the selection of foods and for this we must take into account the following caloric distribution.
* Carbohydrates: 50-60%
* Fats: 25-35 -%
* Saturated fat: <7%
* Mono-unsaturated fats: 20%
* Poly-unsaturated fats: 10%
* Protein: 15-20%
* Cholesterol: <200 mg / d
* Soluble fiber: 20-30 g / d.
From this distribution will be selected foods that contain active ingredients that help reduce cholesterol and triglycerides.
Diet for high cholesterol and triglycerides
* First, it must investigate the dietary habits.
* The change must be gradual, beginning with reducing the intake of simple sugars (bread and pastry doughs, etc..) And saturated fats (whole milk, high fat meat, creams, etc.)..
* Increase consumption of polyunsaturated fatty acids, which are found in oils (safflower, sunflower, corn, soy), sea fish, seeds such as flaxseed or chia.
* Increase consumption of unsaturated fatty acids present in olive oil and dried fruits.
* Reduce consumption of foods high in cholesterol such as meat, dairy foods, meats, snacks, butter, creams, etc.
* With regard to carbohydrates, it is important to increase fiber intake, present in vegetables, fruits, vegetables and whole grains.
* As to the form of preparation is recommended fat-free, grilling, grilled, baked, boiled or steamed by.
This dietary therapy for dyslipidemia should be accompanied by other changes in habits such as:
* Eliminating cigarette.
* Restrict the consumption of alcohol.
* Perform daily physical activity.
A person who suffers from some form of dyslipidemia, should be aware that it is very important to change habits, since these diseases are often chronic and require profound changes to prevent cardiovascular complications.