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Post-test: ‘Preventing Aging’ – What Strategies can Physicians Advise?

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Question 1

Please consider this case: Anna is a 72-year old female with diabetes that is diet-controlled. She lives with her 40-year old daughter, who works as an accountant. Anna is now retired, after working as a teacher for 38 years. She comes to you today in clinic to review her recent bloodwork. She is otherwise healthy. 1) You decide to take this as an opportunity to discuss healthy aging with Anna. In terms of nutritional advise, you tell Anna that…
She ought to avoid carbohydrates, especially as she is diabetic
Carbohydrates are important as the body and brain’s most important energy source
She should adopt a vegan lifestyle, as evidence now shows that this is healthier than eating meat
Taking supplements is the only way to ensure her body ages well