Page 135 - ترم ثاني كتاب تمريض صحة الام الكتروني

135

b. They are a good source of B vitamins.
c. They provide complex carbohydrates for energy.

2. Daily requirement :Four servings of whole grain breads, pasta, cereals, or legumes

d) Milk and other daily products

1. Reason : They are a good source of protein and calcium.

2. Daily requirement: Four servings of low-fat milk, cheese. or cottage cheese

e) Fruits and vegetables

1. Reasons

a. They provide many vitamins and minerals.

b. Citrus varieties are high in vitamin C.

c. They help prevent constipation.

2. Daily requirement: Five servings (Lettuce should be the dark green variety)

f) Water

1. Reasons

a. To keep up with expanding blood volume

b. To avoid constipation

2. Daily requirement: Two quarts of fluid

g) Substances to avoid

1. Artificial sweeteners, especially aspartame, which can be associated with

headaches and dizziness

2. Caffeine

3. Drinks and foods with a high sugar content

Table of Content