Introduction

Question 1

TLC Diet

Answer 1

TLC or Therapeutic Lifestyle Change Diet is used to help lower blood cholesterol and LDL cholesterol (aka “bad” cholesterol)

Question 2

Main Features of the TLC Plan

Answer 2

It includes a cholesterol-lowering diet, weight reduction, and having regular physical activity

Question 3

Indications for use of the TLC Diet

Answer 3

For patients with high levels of cholesterol and for the prevention and management of CVDs

Question 4

Aim of the TLC Diet

Answer 4

The TLC Diet may be used as a guide to help one eat healthier food items and to make healthier food choices. It is meant to be used as a new way of eating rather than a temporary diet.