Special Diets

What is the primary purpose of special diets?

• To promote weight loss

• To control the intake of certain foods or nutrients

• To enhance flavor

• To increase calorie intake

Which of the following is NOT an example of a special diet?

• Low-calorie diet

• High-fiber diet

• Fast-food diet

• Diabetic diet

Vegans do not consume which of the following?

• Fruits

• Dairy products

• Vegetables

• Grains

Lacto-vegetarians include which of the following in their diet?

• Eggs

• Fish

• Dairy products

• Meat

Which type of vegetarian eats fish but avoids all other animal products?

• Flexitarian

• Pollotarian

• Pescatarian

• Lacto-ovo-vegetarian

What is an essential point in vegetarian cookery regarding protein sources?

• Use only animal products

• Include cereals and nuts

• Avoid all fats

• Focus solely on fruits and vegetables

Which food group should diabetic patients drastically reduce?

• Proteins

• Fruits

• Vegetables

• Carbohydrates

What is a recommended breakfast for diabetic patients?

• Pancakes with syrup

• Orange juice and moimoi wraps

• Sugary cereal

• Bacon and eggs

During a fever, what type of diet is recommended initially?

• High-calorie diet

• Clear fluid diet

• Solid food diet

• High-protein diet

What should hypertensive patients avoid in their diet?

• Sodium-rich foods

• Fruits

• Lean proteins

• Vegetables