NURSING EXAM QUESTIONS
NUTRITION
Question
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What food group are beans and peas counted in?
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Vegetable Group
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Protein Group
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Both
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Neither
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -The vegetable food group includes dark green vegetables, red and orange vegetables, starchy vegetables, and legumes (beans and peas).
Detailed explanation-2: -Protein Foods include all foods made from seafood; meat, poultry, and eggs; beans, peas, lentils; and nuts, seeds, and soy products. Beans, peas, and lentils are also part of the Vegetable Group.
Detailed explanation-3: -Beans, peas, and lentils are excellent sources of plant protein, and also provide other nutrients such as iron and zinc. Because they are similar to meats, poultry, and fish in their contribution of these nutrients, they are considered part of the protein foods group.
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