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Carbohydrates are one of the main dietary components. This category of foods includes sugars, starches, and fiber.
Review Date:
8/15/2006
Celiac disease is an autoimmune disorder passed down through families. When a person with celiac disease eats or drinks anything containing wheat, barley, rye, or sometimes oats (including medications), the immune system responds by damaging the lining of the intestinal tract. This damage affects the body's ability to absorb nutrients.For specific information about the disease (including symptoms and treatment), see:Celiac diseaseA gluten-free diet, when followed carefully, helps prevent symptoms of the disease.
Review Date:
10/17/2007
Chloride is a salt consisting of two elements, one of which is chlorine. Chloride makes up about 0.15% of the body weight and is found in the fluid outside cells.
Review Date:
1/2/2007
Cholesterol is a soft, waxy substance found in all parts of the body. Your body makes some cholesterol, and some cholesterol comes from the food you eat.Your body needs a little bit of cholesterol to work properly. But too much cholesterol can clog your arteries and lead to heart disease. This article focuses on cholesterol and your diet.See also:HDL test ("good" cholesterol)LDL test ("bad" cholesterol)Lipid profileHigh blood cholesterol and triglycerides
Review Date:
1/20/2008
Chromium is an essential mineral that is not made by the body and must be obtained from the diet.
Review Date:
1/2/2007
Cooking utensils can have an affect on nutrition.
Review Date:
8/6/2007
Copper is an essential trace mineral present in all body tissues.
Review Date:
3/2/2007
Review Date:
8/15/2007
Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a potentially life-threatening disease that causes thick, sticky mucus to build up in the lungs and digestive tract. Persons with cystic fibrosis need to eat high calorie and high protein foods throughout the day.This article discusses the nutritional needs for persons with CF. For specific information about the disease itself, see the article on cystic fibrosis.
Review Date:
7/5/2007
Specific diabetic dietary guidelines have been developed by the American Diabetes Association and the American Dietetic Association to improve the management of diabetes.Key principles are to:Achieve weight control through reducing caloriesReduce intake of dietary fat (specifically saturated fat)Individualize guidelines for carbohydrates based on the type of diabetes you have and the control of your blood sugar levels.
Review Date:
8/6/2007