Mr. Fruge is 60 years old. After performing a routine colonoscopy, his gastroenterologist tells him everything is normal, except that she noticed the presence of several diverticula in his colon. The physician suggested he speak with the clinic dietitian regarding dietary recommendations.What dietary recommendations should the dietitian discuss with Mr. Fruge?
The dietitian should recommend that Mr. Fruge increase his fiber intake to help prevent progression of the disease. He should emphasize insoluble fiber in his diet and increase his fiber intake gradually to ensure tolerance. Bulk-forming agents, such as psyllium, can help to increase fiber intake if he has trouble getting enough fiber from food sources.
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a. fat on hips and thighs. b. subcutaneous fat. c. visceral fat. d. any fat, no matter where it is deposited.
The medical history provides information about:
a. genetic susceptibility to diseases. b. living situation. c. recent food intake. d. financial concerns that may restrict access to food.
If you are asked for advice on whether diets high in fiber can reduce colon cancer risk, what would you reply?
a. Scientific evidence proves that low-fiber diets cause colon cancer, so fiber should be included in everyone's diet. b. You cannot eat enough fiber to receive the benefit, so you need to also include fiber supplements. c. Fiber does not play any role in the health of the colon, so it is not necessary to include large amounts in the diet. d. Fermentation of fiber in the colon provides small fat molecules that may activate cancer-destroying mechanisms. e. The cholesterol-lowering properties of fiber are beneficial for lowering the risk of both heart disease and colon cancer.
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