Jen's EER is 2,000 kcal/day. Based on the AMDR, what is the minimum amount of calories that should come from carbohydrates, protein, and fats, respectively, in her diet?

A. 900, 200, 400
B. 1300, 700, 700
C. 1,000, 500, 500
D. 900, 700, 500


A

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All of the following are characteristics of diets that lower heart-disease risk EXCEPT:

a. emphasize healthy fats. b. are moderate in fats and contain limited amounts of sugars. c. are high in fiber: 35 grams per day for men, or 25 grams per day for women. d. provide 35-40% of total calories from fat.

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The amount of energy provided by dextrose in parenteral nutrition solutions is:

a. 2.4 kcal/g. b. 3.4 kcal/g. c. 4.0 kcal/g. d. 4.3 kcal/g.

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Your best friend complains that she is tired all of the time and has a problem concentrating. In addition, she likes to chew ice. Which of the following is your friend likely to have?

a. potassium deficiency b. zinc deficiency c. magnesium deficiency d. iron deficiency e. sodium deficiency

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