The nurse made dietary recommendations to Mrs. L, a 40-year-old client who has been planning her diet according to recommendations in the Food Pyramid, based on the Fruit and Veggies—More Matters Program
The nurse explained that one of the major differences between this program and the Dietary Guidelines for Americas is: 1. An increase in recommended daily protein intake
2. A decrease in recommended fat intake.
3. An increase in the recommended servings of fruits and vegetables.
4. A decrease in recommended daily carbohydrate intake .
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Rationale: The Food Pyramid recommends a range of 5–9 servings of fruits and vegetables/day, whereas the Fruit and Veggies—More Masters Program recommends 4–13 servings/day. There are no recommendations for reduction of fat, protein, or carbohydrates.
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