Question

Describe how the 12 years old morbid obeste Briana mother should change meal preparation to be Healthier, and also describe strategies may engage Briana inthe process of preparing the meal.

Answer 1

The changes to be made in meal preparation to be healthier are :-

- use oils such as mustard ,olive ,coconut oils etc to cook instead of refined oils

- use less oil while cooking

- don't overboil the food

- use less spices

- use utensils which are more healthier like brass , clay products rather than stainless steel ,non stick products ,aluminium etc

- wash the fruits and vegetables thoroughly

- wash the vegetables before they are cut to avoid loss of nutrients

- avoid too much of red meats

- have salads more

- encourage to have small small frequent meal

- include fruits and nuts

- advice Briana to never skip breakfast

- Briana's mother should keep in mind to provide carbohydrates ,proteins and fat in appropriate amount as per her weight

# The strategies to engage Briana in the process of preparing the meal are :-

- exain her the importance of having a healthy diet

- encourage her to learn how to make a health diet

- providing her rewards for learning how to make and have healthy diet

- motivation from other