During the admission history, the client informs the nurse that she fo

During the admission history, the client informs the nurse that she follows a macrobiotic diet. The nurse knows that the client’s diet includes:

1. Increased meats and other proteins
2. A 30%/40%/30% protein/carbohydrate/fat ratio
3. Increased intake of vitamin C and beta-carotene
4. Whole grains, vegetables, and fish

ANSWER

ANS: 4
A macrobiotic diet is predominantly a vegan diet (no animal products except fish). Emphasis is placed on whole cereal grains, vegetables, and unprocessed foods. A macrobiotic diet does not include meats, only fish and plant proteins. The “Zone” is a dietary program that requires eating protein, carbohydrate, and fat in a 30%/40%/30% ratio. Orthomolecular medicine (megavitamin) diet includes an increased intake of vitamin C and beta-carotene.