Recipe for Heart Health: Cardiometabolic Effects of Extra Virgin Olive Oil Within a Whole-Food Plant-Based Vegan Diet

Learn about the results of a study comparing the effects of a whole-food plant-based vegan diet with and without extra virgin olive oil on cardiometabolic risk factors.

Participants are expected to watch the video, reflect on its content, and complete the CEU self-assessment and CEU evaluation. Only upon completing this process will a participant's continuing education certificate be generated. The estimated time a learner will need to complete this self-study activity is 30 minutes.

This activity is approved for continuing education for physicians, nurses, and dietitians.

The George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences designates this enduring activity for a maximum of 0.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Objectives:

• Understand American College of Cardiology and Dietary Guidelines for Americans diet recommendations.
• Understand the nuances of different plant-based diets.
• Discuss differences between Mediterranean and whole food, plant-based diets.
• Discuss the study design for the Recipe for Heart Health trial, focusing on the role of olive oil in the study.
• Discuss results, key points, and limitations for the Recipe for Heart Health study.

Requirements for successful completion: Participants will be awarded contact hours commensurate with participation after completion of the post-test with a score of 70% or higher.