[Effects of nutritional intervention on several chronic diseases in communities]

Eighty seven subjects with abnormal blood glucose, blood pressure and serum triglycerides and cholesterol were selected. They are living in the urban area of Chengdu. Nutritional intervention measures included making suggestions on recipe, nutrition education and consultation etc. The following parameters were observed: 1. fasting blood glucose and postprandial blood glucose at 2 h after meal; 2. serum triglycerides and cholesterol; 3. blood pressure and body weight, and 4. symptom score. Data were analyzed by paired t-test, correlation and stepwise regression analysis. The results showed that above parameters were significantly improved by the end of the study. It can be considered that reasonable diet is a simple and effective measure to control these chronic diseases in communities.