When planning a program to educate the community about healthy nutrition, the community health nurse should tell adults to consume:
A) 100% of grain intake as whole grains.
B) at least 3.5 cups of fruits and vegetables each day.
C) more highly pigmented fruits and vegetables.
D) 3 to 5 servings of dairy each day.
C) more highly pigmented fruits and vegetables.
Explanation: A) At least half of our daily intake of grains should be whole grains. The words "whole wheat" as the first ingredient indicates a whole grain product. Other good choices are common foods as oatmeal and popcorn. Less familiar grains such as quinoa or whole-grain couscous could also be included.
B) Adults are advised to consume at least 4.5 cups of fruits and vegetables daily for a variety of vitamins, minerals, phytochemicals, and fiber.
C) The more highly pigmented the fruits and vegetables are, the better. Beets, spinach, squash, and berries are all good picks.
D) Most Americans should consume two to three servings of low-fat dairy foods such as milk, yogurt, or low-fat cheese daily.
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