Margaret Leland is retired and 76 years old and lives alone. Her only daughter lives two hours away. She has a past medical history of heart attack, smoking for 20 years, hypertension, and type 2 diabetes. She complains of decreased appetite and disinterest in food.
-Which diet is the most appropriate for her condition?

Question

Margaret Leland is retired and 76 years old and lives alone. Her only daughter lives two hours away. She has a past medical history of heart attack, smoking for 20 years, hypertension, and type 2 diabetes. She complains of decreased appetite and disinterest in food. 
-Which diet is the most appropriate for her condition?

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

A low-sodium diet (2 g Na) and no concentrated sweets is the most appropriate for Margaret Leland's condition. She has a history of heart attack, hypertension, and type 2 diabetes, all of which can be exacerbated by a high-sodium diet. She also has decreased appetite and disinterest in food, which can be a sign of diabetes. A low-fat diet is not necessarily appropriate for her condition, and a high-calorie, high-protein diet is not appropriate for her age or health history.

Margaret Leland Is Retired and 76 Years Old and Lives