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All of the following dietary goals are recommended for patients with high risk of coronary hea disease. Except-

A
LDL cholesterol <100 mg/dl
B
Saturated fat < 7% of total caloris
C
Salt restriction ><6 gm/day
D
Avoid Alcohol
High-Yield Explanation
Diet is an impoant risk factor in coronary hea disease. Food-related risk factors include obesity, high blood pressure, uncontrolled diabetes and a diet high in saturated fats. A low-saturated fat, high-fibre, high plant food diet can substantially reduce the risk of developing hea disease. High LDL cholesterol is a well-established risk factor for coronary hea disease (CHD). Each 1-mmol/L (38.7 mg/dL) unit lower LDL cholesterol was associated with a 54% lower risk for CHD, which is approximately three times the magnitude of risk reduction seen in trials of statin therapy in midlife.salt and calories saturation was also very much impoant Ref Davidson edition23rd pg 460

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