Case Study

PT is a 65 yo M who comes to the emergency room complaining of chest pain. Several diagnostic tests conclude that he has suffered an MI. The registered dietitian is consulted for nutrition education. PT reports that he has gained 30 pounds in the previous year due to his hectic work schedule, which forces him to eat out often. In addition, he is physically inactive. PT also reports that he has a family history of heart disease and his father died of an MI.

HT: 5’9 WT: 190# Waist Circumference: 105 cm BP: 140/93

Cholesterol: 259

LDL: 180

HDL: 58

TG: 234

Diet Hx:

B Egg and sausage muffin Coffee D Chicken breast Mashed potatoes Iced tea

L Ham and cheese sandwich on white bread Potato chips Soda

-Which of the following fortified foods, when consumed twice daily, can have therapeutic effects on cholesterol?

Question

Case Study

PT is a 65 yo M who comes to the emergency room complaining of chest pain. Several diagnostic tests conclude that he has suffered an MI. The registered dietitian is consulted for nutrition education. PT reports that he has gained 30 pounds in the previous year due to his hectic work schedule, which forces him to eat out often. In addition, he is physically inactive. PT also reports that he has a family history of heart disease and his father died of an MI.
HT: 5’9	WT: 190#	Waist Circumference: 105 cm	BP: 140/93
Cholesterol:	259
LDL:	180
HDL:	58
TG:	234
Diet Hx:
B Egg and sausage muffin Coffee		D Chicken breast Mashed potatoes Iced tea

L Ham and cheese sandwich on white bread Potato chips Soda

-Which of the following fortified foods, when consumed twice daily, can have therapeutic effects on cholesterol?

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Plant stanols, when consumed twice daily, have been shown to reduce LDL cholesterol by blocking its absorption in the intestines. Nuts, folate, and vitamin B6 also have heart-healthy benefits, but do not specifically target cholesterol reduction like plant stanols do. Plant stanols, when consumed twice daily, can lower LDL cholesterol by around 10%. Nuts can also have cardiovascular benefits but are not specifically mentioned for cholesterol management in this case. Folate and vitamin B6 are important for overall health but do not have therapeutic effects on cholesterol.