Vignette #2 Julia and David Are New Parents of a 13-Year-Old

Vignette #2 Julia and David are new parents of a 13-year-old girl, Zoe. They want to make sure they are feeding her the most nutritious diet possible. Julia makes an appointment with a registered dietitian at Zoe's pediatrician's office. The first thing David asks the dietitian is "Please help us figure out what foods to feed Zoe that will help prevent chronic diseases in her future." Julia seems concerned about how to make sure Zoe gets enough essential nutrients. Imagine you are the dietitian. Thinking about the Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2010 and the MyPlate tool, answer the following questions. Which of the following snacks would be the best for Zoe and her parents?

A) Half a bagel with 1 tablespoon of peanut butter
B) One cup cereal with skim or soy milk
C) An apple and low-fat cheddar cheese
D) All these are smart snacks.