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What would be an accepted nutrition therapy diet for a patient with hypertension?

DASH diet

If a client experiences an adverse reaction such as getting a headache after consuming a food, he/she most likely has:

a food intolerance.

Emma thinks constantly about her body size and weight, and she skips most meals in order to lose weight. With which eating disorder would Emma most likely be diagnosed?

anorexia nervosa

Which meal best follows the principles suggested by the Dietary Guidelines for Americans?

baked chicken, green beans, fruit salad, whole wheat roll, and fat-free milk

How might losing weight benefit a person with type 2 diabetes?

by increasing the efficient use of insulin

A recommendation found in the Dietary Guidelines for Americans is to:

choose a diet low in saturated fats, trans fats, and cholesterol.

Obesity and being overweight are major risk factors for which disease?

diabetes

Which behavior would most likely lead to obesity?

eating a high-fat diet that is low in nutrients

Which is a potential health effect of bulimia nervosa?

electrolyte imbalance and increased risk of heart attack and stroke

What should people with a digestive disorder such as irritable bowel syndrome or gastroesophageal reflux disease increase in their diet to alleviate many symptoms?

fiber

Diets high in cholesterol and saturated fats are thought to contribute to:

heart disease.

After eating ice cream, George has stomach cramps and diarrhea. George is most likely experiencing:

lactose intolerance.

Olivia's diet is high in animal sources of protein. If she replaces animal sources of protein in her diet with plant sources, she will get:

less saturated fat.

What would be an appropriate medical nutrition therapy for a patient that had a stroke and has difficulty swallowing?

modify texture to make food more smooth

What nutrient do vegetarians need to be extra careful they are consuming enough of to avoid a deficiency?

protein

Which food is gluten-free and acceptable for people with celiac disease?

rice

What substitution is most likely used for a milk in an ovo-vegetarian diet?

soy, rice, or nut milk

When developing an eating plan for people with diabetes, a dietitian should encourage:

spacing meals and snacks evenly throughout the day.

Trevor is highly allergic to peanuts. If he accidentally consumed peanuts, what symptom might he experience?

swelling