This module covers the role of nutrition in cardiovascular disease management, with a focus on assessing major modifiable and non-modifiable risk factors. It explores the importance of monitoring blood pressure, blood glucose, BMI, inflammation, dietary patterns, physical activity, and smoking status in cardiovascular risk assessment. The module highlights how nutrition professionals can identify and address modifiable risk factors through individualized dietary and lifestyle interventions. It also emphasizes evidence-based dietary strategies for supporting blood pressure control and reducing overall cardiovascular risk.
