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jparksx

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Provide five food selection and preparation tips that will help people meet their overall nutrient requirements as well as those for protein.

Question 2

Shelly has been breastfeeding for almost 9 months. How many kcalories does she currently need to consume each day, if her energy needs were 2400 kcal/day prior to pregnancy?
 a. 2660
  b. 2730
  c. 2800
  d. 2900



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Answer to Question 1

a) Consume significant amounts of protein from at least 3 different food groups daily.
b) Choose reduced fat, low fat, or fat free options for selections of high-protein dairy foods.
c) For snacks, choose reasonable amounts of high-protein items such as nuts and seeds.
d) When comparing similar foods, choose higher-protein, lower-fat options by comparing Daily Values found on Nutrition Facts labels.
e) Add slivered almonds or other nuts to steamed vegetables and fresh salads.
f) Experiment with ethnic cuisinessuch as Indian or Mexicanthat frequently utilize a variety of pulses (legumes) that are great sources of protein, nutrient dense, and low in fat.
g) To maximize the nutrient density of meat products, trim excess fat prior to cooking.

Answer to Question 2

c



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