Q. Explain about Treatment and Management of Dyslipidemia?
Maintenance of blood lipids within the normal range is the most essential objective to prevent the onset/progression of atherosclerosis. According to the National Cholesterol Education Programme (NCEP), USA it is pertinent to lay stress on dietary and lifestyle modifications to control the manifestations associated with elevated lipids whether or not the patient is on drug therapy. Let us now proceed over to the dietary management of hyperlipidemia and understand the role of nutrients in increasing blood lipids (except HDLc) and triglyceride levels. We will begin with identification of objectives for the nutritional care process.