The nurse is advising a patient who is concerned about the need to lose weight. When discussing daily nutritional requirements, the patient reports hating vegetables. Which statement best reflects the current recommendations appropriate for this patient?
A) "Would you consider drinking a vegetable juice in place of whole vegetables?"
B) "If you want to maintain a healthy weight, eating vegetables will help tremendously."
C) "Vegetables are generally low in calories and should be incorporated in the daily diet."
D) "Can you try eating a daily serving of carrots or spinach, either cooked or in a salad?"
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