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Common Health Concerns
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Food & Nutrition
Your body requires a certain amount of energy from carbohydrates, protein and
fats to function properly. Because no single food provides all of the nutrients
your body needs, eating a variety of foods ensures that you get all of the
necessary nutrients and other substances associated with good health.
Eating well doesn't have to be complicated. Unless you need a special diet
for a specific health problem, the best approach is to follow national dietary
recommendations. These recommendations have evolved over the years to keep pace
with an expanding scientific knowledge on how diet can affect health and prevent
disease.
The most recent recommendations come from the National Academy of Sciences'
Institute of Medicine. These guidelines are significantly different from those
of the past, particularly in regard to carbohydrates and fat. More fat is
allowed, and carbohydrates should make up a lower minimum percentage (down from
55 percent to 45 percent.
Use these recommendations as a guide when planning your daily meals and
snacks. If you need to lose or gain weight, some of these recommendations may
need to be adjusted.
If you’re having difficulty eating, or swallowing or if you’ve noticed a
sudden change in appetite, consult your physician or contact:
Hartford HealthCare Geriatric Assessment Center
860.545.7043.
If you’d like a home visit from a registered dietitian, contact:
VNA HealthCare
1.800.HOMECARE (1.800.466.3227)
www.vnahealthcare.org
On the Web:
American Heart Association:
www.americanheart.org
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