What Should Be the Primary Nutritional Goal for Patients with Osteoarthritis

question 9

Multiple Choice

What should be the primary nutritional goal for patients with osteoarthritis?

• A)Achieve and maintain a desirable body weight.
• B)Increase fiber intake to prevent constipation.
• C)Increase omega-3 oils in the diet.
• D)Decrease sodium intake to reduce edema.

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Definitions:

Fruits and Vegetables

Plant-derived food items rich in vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants, essential for a balanced diet and good health.

Overweight Children

Young individuals having a body mass index (BMI) above the normal range for their age and height, indicating excess body fat.

Behavioral Programs

Interventions or activities designed to modify negative behaviors in individuals or groups and promote positive lifestyle changes.

Set-Point

A theory suggesting that individuals have a naturally set weight or condition that their body regulates and maintains.