Cholesterol Control: 3 Week Plan, Handbook and Cookbook - Couverture souple

Krimmel, Edward; Krimmel, Patricia

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 0916503089 ISBN 13 : 9780916503086

Editeur : Franklin Publishers, 2002

Synopsis

The first section of the book is education about lipids (fats) and how to control blood cholesterol levels. Included is a 3 week plan for initial cholesterol control, suggestions or food shopping, meal planning (sample menus), and food preparation. Risk factors for heart disease are discussed along with how to determine your 10 year risk of developing coronary heart disease or having a heart attack. The use of medications in addition to lifestyle changes is also addressed. In this book, the authors focus on sound basic principles, in a clear and concise format. Sufficient background material is given on cholesterol metabolism and arterial plaque development in a readable, understandable style. The authors have emphasised the importance of utilizing simple tools to reach achievable goals with appropriate health care supervision. This book can supplement the patient's basic knowledge while under the care of a physician, and provide a valuable primer on this subject. The second section of the book is delicious. easy to prepare low fat, recipes. The recipes in the cookbook section can be utilized or modified to suit personal food preferences and to complement dietary information obtained from a dietician or physician.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Franklin Publishers
• Date d'édition: 2002
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 0916503089
• ISBN 13: 9780916503086
• Reliure: Broché
• Numéro d'édition: 3
• Nombre de pages: 228
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible