Mr. and Mrs. G come into an outpatient nutrition counseling center due to referral from their genetic physician. They have both been tested for several genetic conditions due to their family history and concern over developing chronic diseases. Mrs. G is particularly concerned due to the history of cancer in her family on both her mother's and father's sides. The registered dietitian continues to
counsel Mrs. G on how to reduce the incidence of the type of cancer associated with her polymorphism. She recommends that Mrs. G consume high amounts of which of the following in order to decrease polyamine production?
a. blueberries and cranberries
b. cauliflower and carrots
c. broccoli and blueberries
d. onions and carrots
b
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