Authors

  1. Laursen, Ulla Bach PhD, MSc
  2. Joensen, Albert Marni MD, PhD
  3. Johansen, Martin Nygard MSc
  4. Overvad, Kim MD, PhD
  5. Larsen, Mogens Lytken MD

Abstract

We explored the longitudinal changes in and maintenance of specific food groups among patients with ischemic heart disease who were following a cardiac rehabilitation program. We measured dietary intake of 19 food groups with a validated self-administered food frequency questionnaire before rehabilitation, postrehabilitation, and 6 months after baseline. A total of 186 participants provided data at baseline and postrehabilitation and 157 participants after 6 months. We identified a trend that the quality of most foods was improved and more heart-healthy foods were consumed in patients. Improvements were maintained after 6 months.