Özet:

Dietary therapy is one of the most important steps of treatment in cardiovascular diseases. In dietary treatment, daily salt intake should be restricted, saturated fat consumption should be avoided, consumption of polyunsaturated fats and white meats should be increased, consumption of margarine and added sugar foods should be prohibited, and consumption of fresh vegetables and fruits should be increased. The alcohol intake and smoking should be avoided. An individualized diet with appropriate calorie content should be arranged in a way that will maintain the ideal weight and prevent overweight and obesity. The benefit of diet therapy is more effective and less costly compared with pharmacological and interventional treatment methods. Key Words: Cardiovascular diseases, Dietary therapy, Nutrition