Heart Attack DietHeart attack diet plays a major role in the control of the heart attack.The unsaturated fats, not only do not increase the level of cholesterol, but also lessen it.
Development of atherosclerosis which leads to heart attack depends on the level of cholesterol in the blood. The level of cholesterol depends upon the intake of cholesterol and fats in the diet Heart attacks can be prevented by preventing the development of atherosclerosis in the coronary arteries. The unsaturated fats, not only do not increase the level of cholesterol, but also decreases it. Supplementation with essential fatty acids containing fish oil keep the blood flowing by making it ‘less sticky’ and because they are “good fats” they assist with reducing cholesterol. When LDL cholesterol is high, you have to restrict saturated fats, partially hydrogenated fats and calories, and you may need to consult the doctor for medication. Saturated fats tend to increase the deposition of cholesterol. Such fats are coconut oil, vegetable oil (dalda), ghee, butter, cream, cheese, beaf, hogs, shrimp, crab, lobster, mutton, chicken, pork, bacon, sprawn, frankfurters and hamburgers. Although the liver produces more cholesterol than eaten in food, it appears that the dietary cholesterol is deposited more in the arteries than the endogenous cholesterol. Omega 3 fatty acids found in foods like olive oil and fish foods are helpful to protect the endothelium by increasing the levels of beneficial HDL cholesterol and lowering the bad LDL cholesterol. Taking fiber containing foods likegrains, fruits & vegetables lowers blood pressure and LDL cholesterol and raises HDL level, helping to protect endothelial cells. It has been found that the kind and amount of fat in the diet influence the rate at which the body produces cholesterol, the rate at which the cholesterol is deposited and the incidence of heart attacks. Vitamins in heart attack dietWhen Lp(a) is more than 40, you should take the vitamin niacin after every meals until your Lp(a) reduces below 40. Diet will not reduce the Lp (a). B-complex vitamins (B-1, B-2, Niacin, Folate, B-6, B-12 and Pantothenic Acid) are important for promoting cardiovascular health by reducing dangerous Homocysteine levels. Vitamin E, vitamin C decreases the oxidation in the blood vessels and stimulates an increased synthesis of nitric oxide. If you take increased level of vitamin C helps to reduces the formation of the arterial plaques, and production of higher levels of nitric oxide. Even though vitamin C is available from food, supplements are advised to get the optimum daily requirement. Vitamin E decreases the formation of the toxic free radicals on the endothelial lining and helps to produce higher levels of nitric oxide. The recommended dose of vitamin E is 400 international units (IU) daily. Inadequate intake of vitamins B12, pyridoxine (vitamin B6) and folic acid causes raise of homocysteine levels in the blood ,which in turn causes damage of endothelium of blood vessels and plaque formation. You must keep the homocysteine level below 100.If it increases you should consult your doctor take above said vitamins to control it. These vitamins are available in the market with the names of Foltex or Fol-B Excess Vitamin D (more than 400 international units) in the diet should be avoided because it increases the calcium levels. Heart health supplements which include essential fatty acids, plant derived colloidal minerals and antioxidants – particularly Vitamins A, C, E and the mineral Selenium – may be help in reducing the incidence of heart attack. Nitric Oxide in heart attack dietNitric Oxide is a gas that has been produced naturally in the body. Nitric oxide is produced by the vascular endothelial cells helps to keep the blood vessels dilated and there by reducing the chances of plaques, clots formation and constriction of blood vessels. Saturated fat, found in animal foods like as red meat, poultry, butter, chicken, beef, mutton and whole milk, causes arterial plaque formation and impairs the nitric oxide production Sedentary life style and excessive saturated fat intake gradually reduces the production of nitric oxide production . Daily intake of adequate fiber content food and water helps to produce optimum nitric oxide production. Daily exercise for 20 minutes a day for three days a week, stimulates endothelial cells to continuously and produce nitric oxide. L- ARGININE is an amino acid found in foods like meats, grains & fish helps in the production of nitric oxide. Since L- Argenine is not adequately available in our daily diet supplementary intake of this amino acid is recommended. Nitric Oxide helps to expand blood vessels: Nitric oxide protects the blood vessels smooth muscle tissue from harmful constriction which leads to plaques formation. This allows the flexibility of blood vessels to circulate with minimum pressure. Milk in heart attack diet
Butter-milk which is made of curd is very god for the coronaries. Skimmed milk is best as it has lesser content of milk. Skimmed milk and cornflakes Skimmed milk-8oz Tea or Coffee with skimmed milk Skimmed milk curd Cheese prepared from skimmed milk Pudding made with skimmed milk. You can meet your needs for vitamin B12 with seafood and skim milk dairy products, or with B 12 pills. Vegetables in heart attack diet plan
Boiled vegetable or boiled beans or lentil- 4oz Vegetable or green peas, boiled with slight addition of ground nut oil |