Of the following nutrients, the one LEAST likely to be deficient in a vegetarian diet is ________.
A. fiber
B. vitamin B-12
C. iron
D. calcium
Answer: A
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_______________ is added to formulas and is generally thought to improve stool consistency and reduce diarrhea.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
Which of the following is a factor that determines the hardness of a fat at a given temperature?
a. Origin of the fat b. Degree of saturation c. Number of acid groups d. Number of oxygen atoms
Of the following, which is the best advice for lowering energy intake for weight loss?
a. Drink 8 ounces of water after each meal b. Select fewer energy-dense foods c. Restrict fiber intake as a means to reduce excess water retention d. Consume a small high-fat snack before each meal to reduce appetite e. Consume an alcoholic beverage with lunch and dinner
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A young woman comes to your office for a lactation consultation complaining that her 1-month-old baby has colic and slow weight gain. Her baby requires 6 to 7 diaper changes each day and suffers from diarrhea. She tells you that she allows the baby to nurse equally on each breast so that the baby does not feel satiated; she is desperate for help and asks your advice on what to do. A 24-hour diet history provides the following information about her eating habits. Breakfast: cereal, milk, banana, and walnut pieces; sometimes she has eggs Lunch: peanut butter sandwich, salad, and grapes with a glass of milk Dinner: fish or chicken, vegetables, potato or rice, applesauce, and milk Snacks: change daily but she likes trail mix because it is easy to eat when nursing After looking at her diet, what changes could you suggest to help with the baby's colic? A. Eliminate all fruit except canned fruit and include nuts. B. Eliminate only nuts, not dairy products. C. Eliminate dairy products, not nuts. D. Eliminate nuts and dairy products. E. Eliminate all fruit except canned fruit, nuts, and dairy products.