A 25 year old female patient asks your advice about starting a low carbohydrate diet. Her intention is to consume less than 50 grams of carbohydrate per day. What nutrition concerns would you share about this pattern of eating? Be specific in identifying the food groups and nutrients that may be lacking or over-consumed.

A 25 year old female patient asks your advice about starting a low carbohydrate diet. Her intention is to consume less than 50 grams of carbohydrate per day. What nutrition concerns would you share about this pattern of eating? Be specific in identifying the food groups and nutrients that may be lacking or over-consumed.

Nutrition Now

8th Edition

ISBN:9781337415408

Author:Brown

Publisher:Brown

Chapter31: Nutrition And Health Maintenance For Adults Of All Ages

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 9RQ

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