therapeutic diet

A therapeutic diet involves specific nutritional changes to manage health conditions such as obesity, diabetes, hypertension, peptic ulcers, and osteoporosis. For diabetes, the diet aims to normalize blood glucose levels and maintain a healthy weight by avoiding refined sugars and reducing saturated fats. Protein intake is prioritized from poultry and fish, and soluble fiber from beans and oatmeal is encouraged.12

For obesity, treatment involves reducing calorie intake and increasing physical activity. Long-term lifestyle changes are crucial, as fad diets are generally insufficient for sustained weight control. A balanced, low-fat diet with fewer calories is recommended, and very-low-calorie diets (VLCDs) can be effective for rapid fat loss when properly supplemented.2