Question

to reduce the calorie content of a diet, meals should contain limited amounts of foods containing
select one:
a. minerals
b. vitamins
c. starch
d. protein

a satisfactory substitute for meat is
select one:
a. fruit salad
b. fried eggplant
c. baked beans
d. creamed sparagus on toast

Explanation:

1. For the first question: Minerals and vitamins have no calories, protein provides 4 kcal per gram, while starch (a carbohydrate) provides 4 kcal per gram and is a dense source of easily consumable calories that can contribute significantly to total dietary calories. Limiting starchy foods helps reduce overall calorie intake.
2. For the second question: Meat is a primary source of protein and iron. Baked beans are high in plant-based protein, fiber, and iron, making them a suitable substitute. The other options lack comparable protein content to meat.

Answer:

1. c. starch
2. c. baked beans