Nutrition
Nutrition
15th Edition
ISBN: 9781337906371
Author: Sizer, Frances Sienkiewicz., WHITNEY, Ellie
Publisher: Cengage Learning,
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Chapter 2, Problem 1RQ
Summary Introduction

To determine:

Whether the statement ‘American restaurant portions are stable and consistent; you can rely on them as a guide when choosing portion sizes’ is correct or not.

Introduction:

The portion size is the amount of the food served at the time. The portion size is determined the restaurant are generally stable and consistent.

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Answer to Problem 1RQ

The given statement is false.

Explanation of Solution

The restaurants portions are not standard portion, also, it varies from restaurant to restaurant. These are not stable and not in accordance with the nutritional guidelines. So, the restaurant’s portion is not reliable for a person to follow.

Conclusion

The restaurant’s portion sizes are not reliable for personal reference.

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