The nurse is teaching the client with newly diagnosed type 2 diabetes mellitus how to keep track of his caloric intake
Although it is commonly assumed that fiber does not provide any calories, the client is surprised to learn that research indicates that the caloric value of fiber is which of the following? A) Between 1 cal/g and 2 cal/g C) Between 2 cal/g and 3 cal/g
B) Between 1.5 cal/g and 2.5 cal/g D) Between 2.5 cal/g and 3.5 cal/g
B
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It is commonly assumed that fiber does not provide any calories because it is not truly digested by human enzymes. Yet most fibers, particularly soluble fibers, are fermented by bacteria in the colon and produce carbon dioxide, methane, hydrogen, and short-chain fatty acids, which serve as a source of energy for the mucosal lining of the colon. Although the exact energy value is unknown, current data indicate the value is between 1.5 cal/g and 2.5 cal/g.
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