The primary cause of coronary artery disease (CAD) is the deposition of fats, cholesterol, or fibrous tissue in the arterial walls. Severe heart disease or failure is treated with a heart transplant surgery. It is hence crucial to follow proper nutrition before, during, and after a heart transplant. According to Stanford Healthcare, surgery and medications affect the nutritional requirements of the body. Below are the basic principles of healthy nutrition that doctors could counsel patients with, to follow after transplant.
1. Achieve and maintain healthy body weight Being overweight increases the levels of triglycerides (TG), blood glucose, and cholesterol which increases the risk of atherosclerosis, hypertension, and CAD. Certain medications like prednisolone can also elevate TG and blood pressure. 2. Limit sugar and sweets It is important for patients undergoing surgery to limit…
