The following statement is true about carotenemia that occurs with excess beta-carotene ingestion
a. Carotenemia can develop rapidly.
b. Beta-carotene is found in animal products and not plants.
c. Fat-free dairy products and margarine normally contain beta-carotene.
d. Yellow cast of skin does not occur in mucous membranes lining eyelids as occurs in jaundice.
d
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a. high in protein. b. kept to a maximum of two 100-kcal items daily. c. nutrient dense. d. sweetened artificially instead of with sugars. e. more salty than sugary.
Mrs. Barclay has type 2 diabetes and you are preparing her for discharge. She tells you that she loves red beans and rice and knows that she must eliminate them from her diet because they will elevate her blood glucose level. You should explain to her that ____
A) on a carbohydrate-counting meal plan, these foods can fit within her carbohydrate allowance at meals B) red beans are eliminated because they are high in complex carbohydrates C) red beans are high in water-soluble fiber and should be avoided D) peas are a better choice than red beans
Which athlete would likely use protein as an energy source during competition?
a. Marathon runner b. 800 meter runner c. Body builder d. Rower
Macey would like to sweeten her tea with a substance that provides about 2 kcal/g. Which of the following sweeteners would she use?
A. Mannitol B. Fructose C. Honey D. Sucrose