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De Benjamin's Nutritional Center, No. 71 Awkuzu Street, Mile One, Port Harcourt (2025)

06/04/2023

PREVENTING HEART DISEASE.

We have three ways of preventing heart disease, secondary way , primary and primordial prevention.

Secondary prevention.
These effect are started after someone has a heart attack or stroke, undergoes angioplasty or bypass surgery, or develops some other form of heart disease. It involves taking medication like aspirin or a cholesterol lowering statin, quitting smoking and losing weight if overweight and following a healthy diet.

Primary prevention.
Primary prevention aims to keep an individual at risk of heart disease from having a first heart attack or stroke, needing angioplasty or surgery or developing some other form of heart disease. Primary prevention is usually aimed at people who already have developed cardiovascular risk factor such as high blood pressure or high cholesterol.

Primordial prevention.
The word primordial means existing from the beginning primordial prevention involves working to prevent inflammation, atherosclerosis and endothelial dysfunction from taking hold and thus prevent risk factor such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol , excessive weight and. Ultimately cardiovascular events.

Steps for the primordial prevention of heart disease.
Not smoking.
Maintain a healthy weight.
Exercise.
Follow a healthy diet.
Improving sleep quality.

For more consultation on how to prevent cardiovascular disease contact with via email debenjaminmedicals@gmail.com or 08084394516.

06/04/2023

SOME BEST BREAKFAST FOOD FOR PEOPLE WITH DIABETES.

EGGS. They are low in calories and contain a lot of protein, providing 70 calories and 6grams of protein per large egg . You can enjoy them in various ways , such as fried, poached or omelet.

Yoghurt with diabetic pancake. Yoghurt is a nutritious breakfast option. It may improve blood sugar control, partly due to probiotic found in yoghurt.

Oatmeal. It is a nutritious breakfast dish made from instant oats it helps to lower blood sugar levels due to it's fiber content , a standard serving of oatmeal contains calories:154
Protein:5.4g
Fat:2.6g
Crabs:27.4g
Fiber:4.1g
Oatmeal contains soluble fiber that aids blood sugar control and may keep you feeling full for longer time.

Multigrain avocado toast. Avocado toast has healthy fats and fiber it may aid blood sugar circulation.

Low carb smoothie. Avocado smoothie with cucumber is a simple breakfast option you can take. Calories 254
Protein:15.1g
Fat:16.1g
Carbs:14.6g
Fiber:7g

Wheat bran cereals. Wheat bran cereal contains a lot of fiber and have low glycemic load which raises blood sugar level slowly .

Tofu. It is easy to make and low in carbs it is an ideal blood sugar friendly breakfast option.
Calories:179
Protein:14.8g
Fat:6:8g
Fiber:3.7g
Carbs 16.7g.

For consultation contact de Benjamin's nutritional center via email debenjaminmedicals@gmail.com or contact us 08084394516

06/04/2023

HOW TO HELP PREVENT HEART DISEASE AT ANY AGE.
You are never too young, or too old to take care of your heart.
No matter what your age , everyone can benefit from a healthy diet and adequate physical activity.
Chose a healthy eating plan , the food you eat can decrease your risk of heart disease and stroke.

In your 20s.
Find a doctor and have regular wellness exam.
Be physically active.
Don't smoke .

In your 30s.
Make heart healthy living a family affair.
Know your family history.
Tame your stress.

In your 40s.
Watch your weight.
Have your blood glucose level check .
Don't brush off snoring.

In your 50s.
Eat a healthy diet.
Follow your treatment plan.
Learn the warning signs of heart attack.

In your 50.
Have a ankle brachial index test.
Watch your weight.

You can book for an appointment with the dietitian to know what to eat base on this health issue contact us via email debenjaminmedicals@gmail.com or 080843945.

19/02/2023

SOME LIFESTYLE THAT CAN BE DANGEROUS TO THE KIDNEY.

The kidney play a central role in exception of many metabolic breakdown products, including ammonia, urea and creatinine from protein, and uric acid from nucleic, drugs and toxins. They also regulate fluid and electrolyte balance. This is achieved by making large volume of an ultrafiltrate of plasma (120ml/min, 170L/day) at the glomerulus and selectively reabsorbing component of this ultrafiltrate at points along the nephron.

The kidney also regulate acid-base homestatasis , calcium and phosphate homeostasis, vitamin D metabolism and production of red blood cells. They are also important in regulating blood pressure.

Some lifestyle that can be dangerous to our kidney.

High salt intake.
It is recommended that every human should not exceed salt intake more than 2g per day , how ever some individual do add additional salt to their diet which can led or cause some damage to the kidney reduction in sodium can be a way of reducing the risk of kidney disease.

Regular intake Analgesics.
Excessive intake of pain killers drugs can have a negative effect on the kidney, taking this drugs on a long term can lead to chronic interstitial nephritis which is an inflammation of the nephron of the kidney.

Excessive intake of protein diet.
Eating too much of processed meat, cheese and other high protein based food can lead to Kidney problem.

Excessive alcohol intake.
Too much alcohol might be dangerous to the kidney, this can increase uric acid in the urinary tubules and cause some certain abstraction.

Not emptying the bladder.
These usually occur in older patient and dementia patient, holding on urine for a long time without emptying it can lead t UTI which can lead to kidney damage over time.

Ignoring common infection.
Common infection such as urinary tract infection can lead to kidney disease, please consult your doctor in case of UTI.

Lack of sleep.
Sleeplessness can result in increase of blood pressure and can cause arteriosclerosis, high blood pressure can also be a leading cause of kidney damage.

One important thing we need to know is the important of water intake in the prevention of kidney disease, every human should take At least 3 litres of water per day taking water dense fruit is also a way of taking in water.

De Benjamin's nutritional center is here to help you with medical nutrition therapy and some lifestyle changes that can reduce the progression of kidney failure . For consultation contact us via email debenjaminmedicals@gmail.com or 08084394516 you can also reach us via our page De Benjamin's nutritional center.

11/02/2023

THE PATHOPHYSIOLOGY OF CANCER.

The fundamental abnormality resulting in the development of cancer is the continual unregulated proliferation of cancer cells. Rather than responding appropriately to the signal that control normal cell behavior. Cancer cell grow and divide in an uncontrolled manner, invading normal tissues and organs.

Risk factor
Exposure to carcinogenic substances
Obesity
Poor diet
Excessive alcohol intake
Certain infection

Treatment
Radiation therapy
Surgery
Chemotherapy
Targeted therapy

Prognosis
Average five years.

The risk of developing certain cancer can be reduced by not smoking, maintaining a healthy weight, Limiting alcohol intake, eating plenty of vegetables, fruits and whole grains, eating resistance starch, vaccination against certain infectious diseases , limiting consumption of processed meat and red meat and limiting exposure to direct sunlight.

Here in de Benjamin's Nutritional center our cancer patients are giving medical nutrition therapy that can help to slow down the spreading of cancer cells to other parts of the body.

Your health our concern
For consultation contact us via email debenjaminmedicals@gmail.com or 08084394516

05/02/2023

DIETARY MANAGEMENT
AND HIV POSITIVE PATIENT.

Nutrition for people living with HIV/ AIDS
Nutrition Requirements for people living with HIV/AIDS .
Energy requirements at a glance.
Energy requirement are likely to increase by 10% to maintain body weight and physical activity in asymptomatic HIV infected adult and growth in asymptomatic children.

During symptomatic HIV and subsequently during AIDS, energy requirement increase by approximately 20% to 30%.

Energy intake need to be increase by 50% to 100% over normal requirement in children experiencing weight loss .

To ensure micronutrient intake at recommended daily amount level, HIV infected adult and children are encouraged to consume healthy diet including fruit and vegetables.

De Benjamin's Nutritional center can provide you with medical diet plan that can help boost your immune system, boost PCV and maintain normal body weight .
For consultation contact us via email debenjaminmedicals@gmail.com or 08084394516.

30/01/2023

LIVER DISEASE AND DIETARY MANAGEMENT.The liver is undoubtedly one of the most important organs of the human body, located in the upper right quadrant of the abdomen. The liver is responsible for multiple functions including metabolic and synthetic functions. Therefore, it is essential to note all the warning signs of liver damage.
Things to avoid and reverse liver damage:
- Avoid alcoholic beverages
- Maintain a healthy weight and exercise regularly
- Avoid smoking
- Avoid unprotected s*x
- Do not over consume fat soluble vitamin supplements

Warning signs of Liver damage
- Itchy skin
- Spider angiomas
- Frequent bruising and bleeding
- Swelling feet
- Sleep disturbance
- Vomiting blood
- Swelling in the abdomen also called Ascites

Generally, liver disease is defined as any disturbance in the functioning of the liver that leads to illness. There are two types of liver injury, one is Acute and the other is Chronic liver disease.
In Acute liver disease, like in Hepatitis A and Hepatitis E, patient may feel unwell with malaise, fever and abdominal pains. Later the patient may develop jaundice.
In Chronic liver disease, the damage is slow but progressive and there may not be any problem during early days. In the later stage, the patient may notice weight loss, edema feet, jaundice.

Dietary Management
- Eat large amounts of carbohydrates
- Take vitamin supplements especially B complex
- Eat a moderate intake of fat as prescribed by the dietitians
- Have about 1.2 to 1.5 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight [including plant protein]
- Avoid Alcohol:Any amount is considered unsafe for anyone with liver disease as it's a potential cause of more life damage
- Limiting factors:The body digests fat using bile a yellow-green fluid made in the liver. When the live is damaged the production and supply of bile may be affected,leading to digestive symptoms
- Avoid under cooked meat or sea foods: people with liver damage have impaired immune function .

De Benjamin's Nutritional center can provide good medical diet plan for liver disease. For consultation contact us via email debenjaminmedicals@gmail.com or 08084394526.

28/01/2023

DIABETES IN PREGNANCY.During pregnancy, maternal glucose metabolism changes to optimise glucose and other nutrient delivery to the fetus. This is apparent in the second half of pregnancy, when there is an increase in maternal tissue insulin resistance, such that glucose is preferentially supplied to the fetus rather than maternal tissue. This is largely driven by the maternal hormonal environment, with increased progesterone and oestrogen and in particular, human placental lactogen. The delivery of the placenta results in rapid decline in human placental lactogen with a rapid reversal of insulin resistance soon after birth. During pregnancy, fasting plasma glucose decreases slightly, while post-prandial blood glucose may be increased. In the fetus , insulin secretion is driven by fetal blood glucose levels, which are determined by the maternal glucose concentration. Thus maternal hyperglycemia drives fetal hyperinsulinaemia . Since insulin is a major fetal growth factor, hyperinsulinaemia in turn drives increased fetal growth, resulting in increased birth weight.

For dietary management of diabetes in pregnancy. Food modification is important, this aim is to normalize the maternal blood glucose and thereby reduce excessive fetal growth.

De Benjamin's Nutritional center can provide medical nutrition therapy for this condition, by providing diet plans and dietary advice which can help control your glucose level.

For consultation contact us via email debenjaminmedicals@gmail.com or 08084394516.

26/01/2023

DIABETES AND CHRONIC KIDNEY DISEASE.
Dietary approach in special group of chronic kidney disease patient.
Diet and lifestyle modification are key component of diabetic care and optimal nutritional approach helps the management of blood glucose, lipid, body weight and blood pressure. Thus reducing both the incidence and progression of diabetic complication, including chronic kidney disease.

The Italian Guidelines for diabetic care suggest that people at high risk of diabetes should be encouraged to follow a diet rich in fiber from vegetables, fruits and whole grain and low animal fat .

The first step in managing a diet for a diabetic patient in an early stage of chronic kidney disease is to ensure that carbohydrates intake is within the recommended range of 45%-60% of total calories and the actual fiber intake is similar to that of the general population 14g/1000kcal per day.
Dietary sodium and protein restriction should be a mainstay in the nutrition therapy of all patient with proteinuria and it has been proven effective even in overt diabetic nephropathy when chronic kidney disease progresses a high protein intake is detrimental for the progressive decline of renal function .

Diabetes is the cause of kidney failure and the leading cause of micro albumin in the urine over time, that extra sugar damages the small blood vessels in your kidneys. It becomes harder for them to clean your blood. Diabetes can also harm your nerves which may lead to kidney injury.

We can provide you with medical nutrition therapy that can slow the progression of this disease.
For consultation contact us via email debenjaminmedicals@gmail.com or 08084394516.

22/01/2023

Welcome to de Benjamin's nutritional center
Here we offer medical nutrition therapy on the following diseases
Diabetes
Hypertension
Cancer
Renal disease
Liver disease
Heart disease
Arthritis
Malnutrition
Obesity
Anemia
Complication in pregnancy
Dementia

Our facilities can meet you standard , we have qualify staff nurses, registered nutritionist dietitians and medical doctors who can be of help to you.
Remember your health our concern.
Contact us via email debenjaminmedicals@gmail.com or 08084394516

20/01/2023

DIETARY MANAGEMENT FOR KIDNEY DYSFUNCTIONING .

GENERAL INFORMATION FOR KIDNEY PATIENT:
You need a kidney friendly diet when you are a renal patient. Watching what you eat and drink will help you stay healthier.
Eating well is an important part of your treatment and can help you feel better. Because every individual is different and their needs unique .

What do kidney do.
Your kidneys clean waste and extra fluid from your blood. This makes up your urine. Your kidneys also do many other jobs that you need inorder to live.

Function of the kidney.
Balance chemicals in the body
Help control blood pressure
Help keep the bones healthy
Help make red blood cells

Kidney function is essential for removing the waste material from food that you eat.
The kidney excrete a dietary protein called urea, as well as sodium, potassium, and phosphate. These substances can build up in the body if the kidney function is impaired.

Patient should monitor and limit their intake of the following:
Protein
Potassium
Sodium
Fluid
Phosphorus .

For consultation contact us via email debenjaminmedicals@gmail.com or 08084394516.

DIETARY MANAGEMENT FOR KIDNEY DYSFUNCTIONING .

GENERAL INFORMATION FOR KIDNEY PATIENT:
You need a kidney friendly diet when you are a renal patient. Watching what you eat and drink will help you stay healthier.
Eating well is an important part of your treatment and can help you feel better. Because every individual is different and their needs unique .

What do kidney do.
Your kidneys clean waste and extra fluid from your blood. This makes up your urine. Your kidneys also do many other jobs that you need inorder to live.

Function of the kidney.
Balance chemicals in the body
Help control blood pressure
Help keep the bones healthy
Help make red blood cells

Kidney function is essential for removing the waste material from food that you eat.
The kidney excrete a dietary protein called urea, as well as sodium, potassium, and phosphate. These substances can build up in the body if the kidney function is impaired.

Patient should monitor and limit their intake of the following:
Protein
Potassium
Sodium
Fluid
Phosphorus .

For consultation contact us via email debenjaminmedicals@gmail.com or 08084394516.

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