Abstract

Since arteriosclerosis is now regarded as a metabolic disorder, nutrition is considered one of the important factors in its development, treatment and prevention.Experimental production of atherosclerosis has been concomitant with production of high serum cholesterol levels.Saturated fats in the diet increase serum cholesterol, while polyunsaturated fats reduce it. The author believes that the total caloric intake is the most important influence on serum cholesterol.Dietary modifications are suggested which will reduce the caloric intake of fat.

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