The American Diabetes Association recommends which of the following caloric guidelines for daily meal planning?

Dietary planning is an essential part of the diabetic client’s regimen.

The American Diabetes Association recommends which of the following caloric guidelines for daily meal planning?
A . 50% complex carbohydrate, 20%C25% protein, 20%C25% fat
B . 45% complex carbohydrate, 25%C30% protein, 30%C35% fat
C .  70% complex carbohydrate, 20%C30% protein, 10%C20% fat
D . 60% complex carbohydrate, 12%C15% protein, 20%C25% fat

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Answer: D

Explanation:

(A) The percentage of carbohydrates is too low to maintain blood sugar levels. The percent range of protein is too high and may cause extra workload on the kidney as it is metabolized.

(B) The percentage of carbohydrates is too low to maintain blood sugar levels. The percent range of protein is too high and may cause extra workload on the kidney.

(C) The percentage of carbohydrates is too high; the percent range of protein is too high, and of fat, too low.

(D) This combination provides enough carbohydrates to maintain blood glucose levels, enough protein to maintain body repair, and enough fat to ensure palatability.