Lois was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes two months before she planned to become pregnant. TO get her blood glucose under control before pregnancy, LOis worked with a dietitian-nutritionist who specializes in diabetes, and together they developed a plan to reduce Lois's blood glucose levels. As part of the plan, Lois would have to exclude from her diet sugar and foods containing sugar.
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soon realizes that Maggie's liver is fine, but her gallbladder needs to be removed. After Maggie's gallbladder has been removed, which nutrient might she have difficulty digesting? a. Carbohydrates b. Fat c. Protein d. Vitamins e. Minerals
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