Dietary intake of schizophrenic patients in Nithsdale, Scotland: case-control study

Abstract

The move to community care means that most schizophrenic patients now live outside hospital. Patients in the community are supported in various ways-for example, through drugs and nursing support. However, schizophrenic patients die early, especially from cardiovascular disease, which is promoted by an inappropriate diet. 1 Are schizophrenic patients making faulty dietary choices?