Question

which statement about these two restaurant meals is correct? meal a (image: fried chicken, macaroni and cheese, bread) meal b (image: salmon, salad) a. neither meal contains any nutrients. b. meal a is the more healthful choice. c. meal b is the more healthful choice. d. the two meals are equally healthful.

Explanation:

• Option A is incorrect because all foods contain nutrients (e.g., Meal A has carbohydrates from macaroni, protein from chicken; Meal B has protein from salmon, vitamins from vegetables).
• Meal A (fried chicken, macaroni, bread) is high in fat, refined carbs, and calories. Meal B (salmon, salad with veggies) includes lean protein, vegetables (rich in vitamins, fiber), and healthy fats from salmon/avocado, making it more healthful. So B is wrong, C is correct.
• D is wrong as their nutritional profiles differ (Meal B is more balanced with veggies, lean protein; Meal A is more processed/high - fat).

Answer:

C. Meal B is the more healthful choice.