Eduarda and her husband want to start a family, but she has had a hard time conceiving. She has met with her ob-gyn to undergo physical examination and tests and to have a prenatal checkup in order to determine the problem. The lab work and other relevant data for Eduarda are as follows: Age: 36
Blood pressure: 130/85 mm Hg; Fasting blood glucose: 130 mg/dL;
HDL cholesterol: 35 mg/dL; Blood triglycerides: 175 mg/dL;
Waist circumference: 36″; Current weight: 150 lb; Height: 5′3″

Dietary modifications for Eduarda's probable diagnosis would include _____.
A) avoiding wheat, rye, oats, and barley
B) avoiding aspartame and artificial sweeteners
C) avoiding lean meats
D) a diet rich in whole vegetables
E) consuming 1000 mg calcium per day

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Eduarda and her husband want to start a family, but she has had a hard time conceiving. She has met with her ob-gyn to undergo physical examination and tests and to have a prenatal checkup in order to determine the problem. The lab work and other relevant data for Eduarda are as follows: Age: 36
Blood pressure: 130/85 mm Hg; Fasting blood glucose: 130 mg/dL;
HDL cholesterol: 35 mg/dL; Blood triglycerides: 175 mg/dL;
Waist circumference: 36″; Current weight: 150 lb; Height: 5′3″
 
Dietary modifications for Eduarda's probable diagnosis would include _____.
A) avoiding wheat, rye, oats, and barley
B) avoiding aspartame and artificial sweeteners
C) avoiding lean meats
D) a diet rich in whole vegetables
E) consuming 1000 mg calcium per day

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Based on Eduarda's lab work and data, she likely has insulin resistance and/or metabolic syndrome, which can contribute to difficulties with fertility. A diet rich in whole vegetables, especially non-starchy ones, can help improve insulin sensitivity and reduce inflammation, which may improve her chances of conceiving. Avoiding specific food allergens (such as wheat, rye, oats, and barley) or artificial sweeteners may be beneficial for other health reasons, but there is no indication of these being an issue in Eduarda's case. Avoiding lean meats and consuming 1000 mg calcium per day are also not specific to her diagnosis and may not have a direct impact on fertility.

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