Author Question: A pregnant woman needs ample carbohydrate intake to _____. a. raise blood glucose levels b. fuel ... (Read 43 times)

BRWH · **on:** Aug 19, 2018

A pregnant woman needs ample carbohydrate intake to _____.
a. raise blood glucose levels
b. fuel the fetal brain and spare protein needed for fetal growth
c. provide adequate protein
d. increase glycogen stores in the fetus
e. alleviate gastrointestinal distress during the third trimester

Question 2

During pregnancy, food energy needs increase less than nutrient needs. To achieve this balance, food selection should include _____.
a. foods of lower nutrient density
b. increased portions of vitamin C-rich foods
c. use of whole milk and fatty meats
d. decreased portions of vitamin C-rich foods
e. decreased portions of calcium-rich foods