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What is a potential benefit of choosing whole grains rather than refined grains during pregnancy?

Debra is in her 28th week of gestation. Her energy intake should be increased by approximately ______ kcal/d above her pre-pregnancy needs.

Dustin is a 22-year-old male college student. Dustin and some friends got together at his apartment to watch a football game, and during the game, Dustin consumed 4 cans of regular beer. Is Dustin’s behavior considered binge drinking?

A child’s stature, or standing height, should be measured

The eating behaviors of teens are influenced by

Mr. Sproul is an older adult male who just had hip replacement surgery. He has lost all his natural teeth and has trouble chewing with his dentures. The registered dietitian nutritionist recommends that he should try to include some high-quality protein in his diet to support recovery from surgery. Which of the following foods would be the best source of high-quality protein for Mr. Sproul?

True or false: For a 45-year-old female, a waist circumference of 38.5 inches (98 cm) indicates increased risk for chronic diseases.

Which fatty acids are essential in the infant’s diet? Select two. 

An infant who weighs 940 grams at birth would be classified as

Kenneth is a 15-year-old boy who weighs 140 pounds. His estimated protein needs are ______ per day.