Vignette #2 Julia and David Are New Parents of a 13-Year-Old

question 89

Multiple Choice

Vignette #2 Julia and David are new parents of a 13-year-old girl, Zoe. They want to make sure they are feeding her the most nutritious diet possible. Julia makes an appointment with a registered dietitian at Zoe's pediatrician's office. David's first question is "Can you help us figure out what foods to feed Zoe that will prevent chronic diseases in her future?" Julia seems concerned about how to make sure Zoe gets enough essential nutrients. Imagine you are the dietitian. Using the Dietary Guidelines for Americans and the MyPlate tool, answer the following questions.
A sound strategy for Zoe and her parents regarding MyPlate is to ____.

• A) follow strict guidelines in preparing foods the same way each time
• B) avoid mixed dish foods that include servings from several groups
• C) increase activity to a high level while choosing foods based on moderate activity
• D) add variety by choosing different foods within the food groups
• E) remember that gender differences are minimal when considering calorie needs

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