The home health nurse is providing dietary recommendations to keep the immune system healthy. The patient demonstrates understanding by increasing intake of which foods?
a. Eggs and beans
b. Celery and water
c. Pasta and bread
d. Olive oil and peanuts
A
Protein stores must be kept at an adequate level in order to produce antibodies, thus boosting the immune system. Eggs and beans are a good source of protein. Increasing intake of celery and water increases fluid. Pasta and bread are carbohydrate-rich foods. Olive oil and peanuts feature unsaturated fats. Fluids, carbohydrates, and unsaturated fats will not enhance the immune sys-tem.
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