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8. What are some ways to reduce saturated fat intake while also increasing a meal’s nutrient value?
• 4 oz. ribeye steak • Small baked potato with 1 Tbsp. butter and 1 tsp. sour cream
• 1/2 cup green beans with 1 tsp. butter • 1 cup whole milk • 1/2 cup ice cream
9. A person following a vegan diet asks what they can do to eat more omega-3 fats. What should they be advised?
Plant-based sources of omega-3 fats are foods such as walnuts, chia seeds, seaweed, and flaxseeds. However, consuming adequate omega-3 fats from plant-based foods is often difficult, and discussing a supplement with a registered dietitian nutritionist may be optimal.
10. Plant-based sources of omega-3 fats are foods such as walnuts, chia seeds, seaweed, and flaxseeds. However, consuming adequate omega-3 fats from plant-based foods is often difficult, and discussing a supplement with a registered dietitian nutritionist may be optimal.
11. What would be the benefit of obtaining vitamin A from whole foods rather than from a supplement?
Protein needs vary for individuals based on health status and athleticism. The friend could be recommended to meet with a registered dietitian nutritionist to review what his individual protein target should be.
Vitamin A from many foods is preformed, and better used by the body. Most supplements contain beta-carotene, which is a precursor to vitamin A. Excess of vitamin A or beta- carotene from supplements can be dangerous to the body.
12. A new cook is overheard commenting to one of the more experienced trayline cooks about how the trayline cook’s broccoli always looks more vibrantly green than what the new cook makes at home. The trayline cook proudly mentions his secret, which is to sprinkle a little baking soda in the cooking water. Why might this be a problem?
13. A client states she is lactose intolerant. She asks for a list of food sources high in calcium besides dairy. What foods are on the list?
14. For clients who have an iron deficiency, what are two dietary practices that would improve iron absorption?
15. Why might a nutritional shake, such as an oral nutrition supplement or a smoothie, not align with the Real Food First concept?
The addition of baking soda significantly reduces the nutrient content of the broccoli
Replace the ribeye steak with a sirloin steak; on the potato, reduce butter and sour cream to 1 tsp each; use 2% milk instead of whole milk; replace ice cream with fruit for dessert.
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Kale, broccoli, sesame seeds, fortified nut milk, tahini, dried figs, and legumes are all non-dairy sources rich in calcium.
(1) Take iron supplements with vitamin C (2) Do not take Iron and Calcium supplements at the same time - do not eat iron rich and calcium-rich foods at the same time.
An oral nutrition supplement and some types of smoothies contain a formulation of macro- and micronutrients, many of which are synthetic forms. Real Foods First entails consumption of whole vegetables, fruits, proteins, and fats.
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