Author Question: Ample carbohydrate is needed by the pregnant woman in order to: a. raise blood glucose levels. ... (Read 149 times)

laurencescou · **on:** Aug 20, 2018

Ample carbohydrate is needed by the pregnant woman in order 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.

Question 2

During pregnancy, food energy needs increase less than nutrient needs. To achieve this balance, food selection should include all of the following except:

a. foods of high nutrient density.
b. vitamin A supplements.
c. nonfat milk and lean protein sources.
d. increased portions of vitamin C-rich foods.