Question

QUESTION 1
Match the diet change to the related health impact which is specifically supportive of CANCER.

SAMPLE MEAL:
6 ounce char grilled prime rib
White rice
French fried potato wedges
Blueberry pie
No beverage

         -           A.           B.           C.           D.           E.      

Instead of char grilled prime rib, choose a baked sirloin steak.

Instead of white rice, choose a whole grain such as brown rice or quinoa.      

Instead of French fried potato wedges, choose baked sweet potato.
    

Instead of blueberry pie, choose fresh blueberries.    

Add a glass of water for a beverage.

A.

This change will add higher fiber grains which will assist the body with the elimination of carcinogens.

B.

This change will omit added sugar and maintain antioxidants which reduce cancer risk.

C.

This change will reduce carcinogen production from high heat cooking, reduce trans fats intake and provide more cancer fighting phytonutrients and antioxidants.

D.

This change will provide for a lower saturated fat intake and a preparation method which produces fewer carcinogens.

E.

This change will add fluids to dilute carcinogenic waste in the urine.

QUESTION 2
Match the diet change to the related health impact which is specifically supportive of HEART DISEASE:

SAMPLE MEAL:
1 cup corn flakes cereal
½ cup whole milk
2 fried eggs  
Apple filled Danish
Coffee with cream and sugar

Instead of corn flakes cereal choose plain oatmeal topped with fresh fruit.

Instead of whole milk, choose reduced fat or skim milk.
    
Instead of two eggs fried in butter, omit one or both yolks and prepare in olive oil.
      

Instead of an apple filled Danish, choose a fresh apple or unsweetened applesauce.   

Instead of coffee with cream and sugar, omit creamer or use a nonfat variety

A.

This change will help reduce saturated and transfat intake which will help to reduce blood cholesterol levels.

B.

This change will omit trans fats which will help reduce blood cholesterol.  This choice will also add fiber and satisfy sweet craving.

C.

This change will reduce cholesterol intake and provide unsaturated healthy fats

D.

This change will decrease intake of saturated fat and may lower blood cholesterol.

E.

This change adds soluble fiber which may help decrease blood cholesterol levels.  Whole grains also add B vitamins which are supportive of heart health. 

QUESTION 3

Match the diet change to the related health impact which is specifically supportive of DIABETES.
SAMPLE MEAL:
2 cups white pasta
¾ cup marinara sauce
1 cup whole milk
Italian bread w/ butter and garlic
Fresh  strawberries with the meal

Instead of 2 cups white pasta, choose a smaller portion of whole grain pasta.
    

Instead of plain marinara sauce, add beef, chicken or shrimp to the sauce.

Instead of whole milk, choose reduced fat milk.
    

Instead of Italian bread w/ butter and garlic choose a leafy garden salad.
      

Instead of eating fresh strawberries with the meal, move this item to enjoy as a sweet snack a few hours later.

A.

Omit this side item because pasta is enough carbohydrate at this meal.  A high fiber low calorie side dish will help provide satiety and also will provide fiber which slows the digestion of carbohydrate and the rise of blood sugar. 

B.

This change will reduce the carbohydrate at the meal and the fiber will help slow the rise in blood glucose as carbohydrate is digested.

C.

This change can help to cut calories which assists with weight loss and ultimately helps with blood sugar control.

D.

This will space out the carbohydrate intake and help balance the blood sugar during that time period.

E.

This change will add protein which helps slow the digestion of carbohydrate and slow the rise in blood sugar.

QUESTION 4

Match the diet change to the related health impact which is specifically supportive of HYPERTENSION.
SAMPLE MEAL:
Deli turkey on white bread
American Cheese slice
1 cup minestrone vegetable soup
Chocolate chip cookie
12 ounces Iced tea

Instead of deli turkey choose low sodium turkey or fresh turkey.
    

Instead of white bread choose whole grain bread.
    

Instead of canned minestrone vegetable soup, choose low sodium variety or homemade.
   

Instead of chocolate chip cookie, choose a banana or an orange.
   

Instead of iced tea, choose milk as a beverage.

A.

This change will help increase fiber which is an important part of the DASH guidelines for blood pressure control.

B.

This change will help reduce sodium intake while maintaining vegetable intake which helps with blood pressure management according to the DASH guidelines.

C.

This change will help reduce sodium intake from processed food.  This can reduce fluid retention and help to manage blood pressure.

D.

This change will provide a good source of potassium which helps with blood pressure management according to the DASH guidelines.

E.

This change will provide a good source of calcium which helps with blood pressure management according to the DASH guidelines.

answer please of these questions. thank you

Answer 1

1. This change will reduce carcinogen production from high heat cooking, reduce trans fats intake and provide more cancer fighting phytonutrients and antioxidants.

2.This change will decrease intake of saturated fat and may lower blood cholesterol.

3. This change will add protein which helps slow the digestion of carbohydrate and slow the rise in blood sugar.

4. This change will help reduce sodium intake from processed food. This can reduce fluid retention and help to manage blood pressure.