Question

CASE STUDY:

Carlton is 55 years old and about 30 pounds overweight. As a younger man he hiked with his father and brother, which he enjoyed very much. Unfortunately his father died several years ago and his brother moved away after he married. Carlton was able to move into half of a two-bedroom apartment. He generally liked people and was always talking about wanting to go hiking again. When a new support person started working, Carlton started telling him how much he wanted to go on some hikes. Rob, the new
support person, agreed to take him on a hike but only if Carlton could get into better shape. He also told him that it might take a few months, even if Carlton was really excited. Rob knew that he had to get into shape also.

QUESTIONS:

1. What are the behaviors that need to be changed?
2. What would be the best diet for the patient? Give the rationale for the diet you have chosen for the patient. (Note: Base your answer on the dietary modifications we previously discussed.)

Answer 1

FOR PREVENTING OBESITY,

1 DRINK PLENTY OF WATER

2 try to give importance to fibre rich food

3 during food selection select more natural foods and consume less processsed food

4 reduce unhealthy foods in house

5 limit sedentary activities and give importance to regular exercise

6 try aerobic activity

7 reduce stree and practice deep breathing and other methods of relaxation

DIET

include whole grains (whole wheat, steel cut oats, brown rice, quinoa)- they digest slowly and have greater effect on sugar and insulin. they are better source of fiber and important vitamines (b vitamines), iron, floate, potassium and magnesium

include more slow carb foods such as fruits and vegitables,they also have ability to improve immunity

include nuts because they are rich in protein and fiber and they make us feel fuller

try to avoid sugar- sweetened beverages and include natural fruits in diet . Natural fruits are full of essential nutrients help to maintain healthy blood pressure