title: Evaluating the effectiveness of the "Self-CARE for a Healthy Heart" program with older adults.
abstract: "Self-CARE for a Healthy Heart" promotes healthier dietary practices to reduce cardiovascular disease risk factors. Forty-four adults, aged 60-90, participated. The objectives were to determine if this self-paced program improved dietary habits and to identify how it could be better tailored for elderly. After finishing Self-CARE, 47.8% of respondents reported choosing more low-fat foods. Over 39% reported selecting fewer foods associated with heart disease. Minimal suggestions were made to improve the program. The print format, as a method to learn how to lower blood cholesterol, was preferred by a majority. Over half thought Self-CARE was effective with the elderly. Although measured dietary behavior did not improve, the format and content of Self-CARE were appropriate for use with seniors.
authors.forename: C
authors.initials: C
authors.lastname: Mayeda
authors.forename: J
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Anderson
mesh_terms: D000368:Aged; D000369:Aged, 80 and over; D002318:Cardiovascular Diseases / Q000517:prevention & control*; D002791:Cholesterol, Dietary; D004032:Diet; D004041:Dietary Fats; D005260:Female; D006293:Health Promotion; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D015397:Program Evaluation; D012648:Self Care
chemical_list: D002791:Cholesterol, Dietary; D004041:Dietary Fats