Recommended carbohydrate intake for older adults is __________ of total daily kilocalories.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
Ans: 45 to 65 percent
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Margaret, an elderly woman, needs to limit her calorie intake without sacrificing needed nutrients. Keeping MyPlate in mind, which of the following could she do?
A. Eliminate dairy foods B. Carefully select foods rich in nutrients but low in calories C. Eliminate carbohydrates D. Count calories and not worry about the food groups
Andrew Jamison is a 47-year-old construction worker with a long history of alcohol abuse. Recently he has been experiencing fatigue, weakness, loss of appetite, and weight loss. A visit to his physician and laboratory testing confirmed a diagnosis of cirrhosis. He is 5'10" tall and currently weighs 145 pounds (66 kilograms).Mr. Jamison eventually receives a liver transplant. Due to the risk of
foodborne illness, Mr. Jamison should avoid all of these foods except _____. a. rare steak b. sushi c. unpasteurized milk d. canned vegetables e. unwashed fresh fruit
The most common causes of acute pancreatitis are:
a. gallstones and high VLDL levels. b. exposure to toxins and smoking. c. gallstones and alcohol abuse. d. alcohol abuse and smoking.
What is usually the main source of energy provided by parenteral nutrition?
A) carbohydrate B) protein C) fat D) amino acids