The nurse is providing dietary education to her patient to help him include more complex carbohydrates in his diet. Which of the following would be beneficial to include? (Select all that apply.)
a. Green beans
b. Bananas
c. Beans
d. Potatoes
ANS: A, C, D
Complex carbohydrates provide the body with vitamins and minerals. Food sources include bread; rice; pasta; legumes such as dried beans, peas, and lentils; and starchy vegetables such as corn, pumpkin, green peas, and potatoes. Bananas are a fruit, which is a simple carbohydrate.
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