A client asks why fiber is a carbohydrate that is good for people and high fructose corn syrup as a carbohydrate is not. What should the nurse explain to the client?
a. Fiber is a great source of energy
b. Fiber digests slowly and slows the absorption of sugars
c. High fructose corn syrup is only found in soft drink beverages
d. Sugar, in the form of high fructose corn syrup, contributes to weight gain
b. Fiber digests slowly and slows the absorption of sugars
Fiber moves through the gastrointestinal tract slowly, reducing the rate of sugar absorption, which is one of the reasons it is beneficial. Fiber is a slow form of energy. Sugar contributes to weight gain only if consumed in excess; small amounts are acceptable for any diet. High fructose corn syrup is found in many foods besides soft drinks.
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