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Nutrition and HIV/AIDS: A Training Manual - Linkages Project

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Promote adequate nutrient intake (slides 17, 18)Most people living with <strong>HIV</strong>/<strong>AIDS</strong> report weight loss, but loss of weight among<strong>HIV</strong>/<strong>AIDS</strong> patients is not only related to food intake. A number of other factorsshould be investigated to determine appropriate interventions. Hellerstein <strong>and</strong>Kotler (1998) have suggested an algorithm for choosing the best option ofinterventions for patients with <strong>HIV</strong>/<strong>AIDS</strong> related weight loss (adapted figure below).Figure 1 Algorithm for managing weight loss in patients with <strong>HIV</strong>/<strong>AIDS</strong>EnergyintakeOK Diarrhea or no Metabolic normalmalabsorption parametersEtiologynot knownLOW YES AbnormalDX profile = OKStarvedmetabolism,decreased bodyfat/leanRX = Feed (IV,enteral, appetitestimulation),design meal plans,address negativelifestyles, <strong>and</strong>treat symptomsthat may affectfood intakeDX profile =Starvedmetabolism,decreased bodyfat/leanRX = Treat GIdisorders <strong>and</strong> anyother infections<strong>and</strong> considersupplements, drug<strong>and</strong> foodinteractions, <strong>and</strong>hygiene/foodh<strong>and</strong>lingDX profile = Abnormalmetabolism, relativelyhigh fat/lean ratio;low testosterone.RX = Design anexercise plan, provideanabolic steroids orARVs?RX =Continueto feed<strong>and</strong>observeTo prevent weight loss it is important to ensure adequate nutrient intake at alltimes. The following practices can help achieve this:• Provide information about a proper diet that is based on a variety of foods thatare locally available <strong>and</strong> acceptable <strong>and</strong> will help the patient diversify the diet<strong>and</strong> increase energy <strong>and</strong> nutrient intake.• Suggest a diet that provides adequate protein, carbohydrates, <strong>and</strong> otheressential nutrients to meet the increased nutritional requirements during <strong>HIV</strong>infection.49

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