You are teaching your patient about the role of carbohydrates in a healthy diet. What statement by your patient indicates the need for further teaching?
I will focus on calories since all carbohydrates are the same.
I will make some small changes like replacing white rice with brown rice
Sugar substitutes can be useful in weight management but there are some concerns about their role in a healthy diet
I will substitute whole fruits for fruit juice
The Correct Answer is A
A. I will focus on calories since all carbohydrates are the same: carbohydrates differ (simple vs complex, fiber content, glycemic effect). This statement shows misunderstanding and needs further teaching.
B. I will make some small changes like replacing white rice with brown rice: choosing whole grains increases fiber and nutrient density.
C. Sugar substitutes can be useful in weight management but there are some concerns about their role in a healthy diet: Balanced and accurate-acknowledges benefits and cautions.
D. I will substitute whole fruits for fruit juice: whole fruits provide fiber and slower glucose absorption compared with fruit juice.
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Correct Answer is C
Explanation
A. Butter, oil and avocados: These are mainly fats (very low in carbohydrates); not the highest-carb group.
B. Milk, eggs and cheese: Milk has some carbohydrate (lactose) but eggs and most cheeses are very low in carbs -overall moderate to low.
C. Rice, potato and oranges: All three are rich carbohydrate sources (starches and natural sugars) -this group has the highest carbohydrate content.
D. Chicken, green beans and apples: Chicken has virtually no carbohydrate; green beans and apples contain some carbs but overall this group is lower in carbs.
Correct Answer is ["A","D"]
Explanation
A. Healthy eating patterns may reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as diabetes and certain cancers: evidence shows balanced healthy patterns lower risk of many chronic diseases.
B. The only healthy eating pattern is vegetarian: many eating patterns (Mediterranean, DASH, balanced omnivorous diets) can be healthy; vegetarian is one option, not the only one.
C. Most young and middle aged people in the United States follow a healthy eating pattern: population data show many people do not meet guidelines for fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and limit saturated fat/added sugars.
D. Healthy eating patterns limit foods high in saturated fats, added sugars and sodium: limiting these components is a core element of recommended healthy eating patterns.
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