PT, a 65-year-old male, 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. Height: 5'9"
Weight: 190 lbs
Waist circumference: 105 cm
BP: 140/93
Cholesterol: 259 mg/dL
LDL: 180 mg/dL
HDL: 58 mg/dL
TG: 234 mg/dL
Diet routine:
Breakfast: Egg and sausage muffin
            Coffee
Lunch: Ham and cheese sandwich on white bread
         Potato chips
         Soda
Dinner: Chicken breast
        Mashed potatoes
          Iced tea
        Cheesecake
Which compound, when consumed twice daily, provides therapeutic effects against heart diseases?

Question

PT, a 65-year-old male, 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. Height: 5'9"
Weight: 190 lbs
Waist circumference: 105 cm
BP: 140/93
Cholesterol: 259 mg/dL
LDL: 180 mg/dL
HDL: 58 mg/dL
TG: 234 mg/dL
Diet routine:
Breakfast: Egg and sausage muffin
            Coffee
Lunch: Ham and cheese sandwich on white bread
         Potato chips
         Soda
Dinner: Chicken breast
        Mashed potatoes
          Iced tea
        Cheesecake
Which compound, when consumed twice daily, provides therapeutic effects against heart diseases?

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Plant stanols have been shown to lower LDL cholesterol levels and reduce the risk of heart disease when consumed twice daily. Nuts are also a good source of heart-healthy fats, but it is not specified if PT is allergic or intolerant to nuts. Folate, vitamin B6, and vitamin B12 are important for heart health, but they do not provide therapeutic effects against heart diseases in the same way that plant stanols do.

Answer: Grilled salmon with roasted vegetables and quinoa 
 This meal choice includes heart-healthy omega-3 fats from the salmon, fiber-rich veggies for satiety, and a complex carbohydrate source from the quinoa. It is a balanced and flavorful meal that aligns with PT's nutrition goals. The previous meal choices were high in saturated and trans fats, cholesterol, sodium, and added sugars, which can increase the risk of heart disease.

PT, a 65-Year-Old Male, Comes to the Emergency Room Complaining