Eunice is a 60-year-old woman who is trying to increase the amount of fiber in her diet in order to meet the Dietary Guidelines. What change would be best for her to make?

Vignette While waiting for a prescription to be filled, Dan decides to measure his blood pressure using the automated machine in the pharmacy. His blood pressure reading is 140 over 92 millimeters of mercury. He knows he has a few pounds to lose but has never known his blood pressure. Before returning home he goes to a fast-food restaurant and enjoys a cheeseburger and fries. At home, Dan tells his wife, Tracy, about his findings and waits for her response. Let’s see if you know as much as Tracy about the implications of blood pressure. While out for dinner with Tracy, what choice would help Dan lower his sodium intake?

Two pounds of body fat is equal to approximately ____ calories.

What source of lipids should be substituted for saturated fats to help lower blood cholesterol levels?

High intakes of the sugar alternatives sorbitol and mannitol can result in ____.

______ is the vitamin D deficiency disease in adults.

When boys and girls are compared, why do girls typically have iron intakes below the current recommendation?

What is not a factor that one should consider when choosing a supplement to purchase?

High intakes of the sugar alternatives sorbitol and mannitol can result in ____.

Consuming two cups of milk provides _____ of calcium.