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A Client Has a Goal of Increasing Fiber Intake to 30

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A client has a goal of increasing fiber intake to 30 grams per day.Current intake reveals the following information: Breakfast intake- 3/4 cup sugary corn popped cereal,1 cup skim milk,1 slice white toast,and 1/2 cup orange juice.Lunch- 2 ounces sliced turkey,1 slice wheat bread,1 tablespoon mayonnaise,2 chocolate chip cookies,and 1 cup water.Dinner- 4 ounces beef,1/2 cup green beans,3/4 cup instant mashed potatoes with butter,1 biscuit,and 1 cup skim milk.As the nutrition expert counseling this patient,one appropriate recommendation might be:


A) Encourage whole grain breads and cereals in place of white breads and cereals.
B) Double the amount of proteins such as turkey and beef and eliminate sugar intake.
C) Add 2 tablespoons of omega-3 fatty acid enriched margarine to breads and potatoes.
D) No changes are required since adequate fiber intake is present.

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