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A cup of plain popcorn: Plain, air-popped popcorn is low in fat, sodium (if unsalted), and contains no cholesterol.

A small container of applesauce: Unsweetened applesauce is fat-free, low in sodium and cholesterol (watch added sugar, but not a fat/sodium/cholesterol problem).

A slice of low salt turkey: Lean turkey (especially labeled low-salt) is low in fat and sodium and acceptable on this diet.

Natural fruit juice is a good choice when I am thirsty: Fruit juice is concentrated sugar without fiber and can spike blood glucose; water is the preferred thirst-quencher.

It only matters how many grams of carbohydrates you consume: Quantity matters, but quality (type of carb, fiber, timing) also matters.

It doesn't matter what kind as they all end up the same: Different carbs affect blood glucose differently (simple vs complex, fiber content), so this is false.

high in fruit: fruit intake is usually below recommendations.

low in refined grains: the typical diet is higher in refined grains (white bread, pastries).

high in low fat dairy products: dairy intake varies and often includes full-fat products; this is not a defining feature.

200 mg/dL: This is diagnostic of diabetes (especially if a random glucose ≥200 mg/dL with symptoms).

130 mg/dL: Elevated -fasting ≥126 mg/dL indicates diabetes.

50 mg/dL: Hypoglycemia.

Protein: Proteins can be used for energy if needed, but their primary role is structural/functional (tissue repair, enzymes).

Vitamins and Minerals: Micronutrients that support metabolism but do not provide energy (no calories).

Fats: Concentrated energy source (9 kcal/g) and important for long-term energy storage, but carbohydrates are the primary immediate energy source.

Most of my calories each day should be from fats: Fats are calorie-dense and important, but recommendations for people with diabetes favor moderate fat intake (and emphasis on healthy fats), not the largest proportion of calories.

Simple sugars are needed more than other calorie sources: Simple sugars cause rapid blood glucose rises and should be limited in diabetes -they should not be the main calorie source.

Protein should be my main source of calories: Protein is essential for tissue repair and satiety but is not the preferred main energy source; excessive protein can be harmful in kidney disease.

The client should drink two glasses of water each day: Two glasses is inadequate -adequate daily fluid intake (often ~6–8 glasses unless contraindicated) is recommended to help fiber work and prevent constipation.

The client should be taught that the goal of therapy is to have a bowel movement daily: The goal is regular, comfortable bowel habits and prevention of straining; daily BM may not be necessary or realistic for everyone.

The client should try to take in all of the required dietary fiber with the morning meal: Fiber should be distributed across meals; taking all fiber at once can cause bloating and discomfort.

Glucagon, produced by pancreatic alpha cells, acts primarily on the liver to stimulate the breakdown of stored glycogen (glycogenolysis) and the synthesis of new glucose from non-carbohydrate sources like amino acids (gluconeogenesis).

Amylin is a hormone secreted with insulin from the beta cells. Its actions actually help lower blood glucose levels after a meal.

The primary role of somatostatin (from pancreatic delta cells) in glucose regulation is to inhibit the secretion of both insulin and glucagon.

Bleeding gums: Bleeding gums are typically associated with vitamin C deficiency or gum disease, not low fiber.

Memory loss: Memory loss is not a direct consequence of low dietary fiber; it’s more related to other nutrient deficiencies or neurologic conditions.

Brittle hair: Brittle hair is more commonly linked to protein, iron, or other micronutrient deficiencies, not low fiber.

A fresh pear is a good option: Fresh pears (with skin) are high in fiber -not appropriate for a low-fiber diet.

I will have beans for dinner: Beans are high in fiber and would not be appropriate for a low-fiber diet.

I will choose bran cereal for breakfast: Bran cereal is very high in fiber and not appropriate for a low-fiber diet.