Consumption of whole grains, whole wheat flour, rice (especially husked), pasta, bakery products which is high in bran, or dried vegetables (dried beans, corn) is a treatment option for cardiovascular disease and it is recommended because they contain fiber, iron, B vitamins, while being low in fat and cholesterol.Patients with heart disease or risk factors for heart disease should avoid pastry products such croissants, rolls and butter, they shouldn’t spice up salads, pasta sauces, to avoid mayonnaise or sour cream base ( They have a very high cholesterol content).

Proteins of animal and vegetation origin must be always present in the diet, they are also other treatment option for cardiovascular disease. They are brought to the body by foods like meat, seafood, eggs, beans, dry lentils, peanuts, tree nuts. But they are simultaneously the source of iron, vitamin B and other vitamins and minerals specific to each product. Experts recommend consumption of beef, chicken (without skin because it is rich in cholesterol), mutton, and vegetables (but especially dried beans, lentils) and egg whites, and less meat duck, goose, the viscera (liver, kidney, brain), smoked products, sausages, bacon and other foods high in lipids percentage.Vegetable oils and saturated fats should be eliminated or at least reduced in the diet.



The rich content in triglycerides, fatty acids and cholesterol, these components of food are a big danger for people with cardiovascular disease because they are able to maintain hypertriglyceridemia and the atherosclerosis process. There are some types of lipids such as essential fatty acids (linoleic acid) that can still be consumed at cardiac patients, but with significant quantitative limitations.

Experts recommend using vegetable oils, soybean, corn, olives, avocado, sesame, and the semi margarine made from these particular types of oil. Also mayonnaise or different salad dressings if it’s based on all these oils. Seeds, nuts, peanuts, peanut butter are also acceptable in the diet if eaten in moderation. Among the products to be avoided, because rich in saturated fats include pork lard, butter, cream, whole milk, coconut oil, palm tree.



Diet of children older than 2 years does not differ essentially from that of adults. Principles of the composition being the same, only the quantity varying actually. If their case the caloric intake is essential in itself, which should be increased further to cover the body's energy expenditure. If the diet is restrictive in terms of calories and fat percentage, the child may eventually have a deficit of growth and development.For this reason it is recommended that parents consult a specialist to draw up a diet perfectly adapted to the child's energy needs.
Consultation with a dietitian is a useful and recommendation regarding the composition of the diet of an adult, your doctor can determine the exact proportion of each nutrient needed.