"Nutritional Awareness and Dietary

Habit: Managing Cardiovascular Health

and Hypertension Beyond Age 45"
Name : Zainab Dodiya
PRN: 2200803061
Background
• Cardiovascular disease and hypertension, are significant health concerns
worldwide.
• Nutrition plays a Important role in the development and management of
cardiovascular disease and hypertension.
• Dietary choices directly influence factors such as blood pressure, cholesterol
levels, and overall heart health.
• Hence, acquiring knowledge about proper nutrition and adopting a heart-
healthy diet is paramount in preventing, managing, and mitigating the risks
associated with these conditions.
• This topic is of particular importance for individuals aged 45 and above due to
age-related changes in metabolism, increased susceptibility to chronic
diseases, and the effects of lifestyle choices over the years.
Objective
• Understanding nutrition and improving dietary choices become increasingly
important in managing cardiovascular disease and hypertension in individuals.
• Encourage regular monitoring of blood pressure and cholesterol levels as a
means of tracking progress and assessing the impact of dietary changes.
• Determine the existing nutritional knowledge and dietary habits of the target
population in this age group regarding cardiovascular health and hypertension.
• Identify specific areas where individuals lack knowledge or have
misconceptions about nutrition and its relationship to cardiovascular disease
and hypertension.
• Identify the barriers and challenges individuals face when trying to adopt heart-
healthy diets in this age group.
HYPOTHESIS
• Individuals in this age group are more likely to have diets that are high in
sodium and saturated fats, which are associated with an increased risk of
developing hypertension and cardiovascular disease.
• There is a negative correlation between the consumption of processed and fast
foods and the dietary intake of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains in
individuals over 45, leading to higher blood pressure and cholesterol levels.
• A significant proportion of individuals in this age group have dietary habits
characterized by irregular meal patterns, excessive snacking, and inadequate
hydration, which may adversely impact their cardiovascular health.