Cheryl is a self-described “sugar addict” who has suffered some serious setbacks both in her personal life and in her job

Cheryl is a self-described “sugar addict” who has suffered some serious setbacks both in her personal life and in her job. She hasn’t had the energy or motivation to cook for herself and relies on fast food, soda and sweets to get through her day. Since she’s been comforting herself with these foods, she’s gained 30 pounds in the last year. Cheryl recently saw her physician for her annual checkup and was startled when he went over the exam and lab results with her. Cheryl’s fasting blood glucose concentration was 142mg/dL and her blood cholesterol results indicated that she has high blood cholesterol. Her exam results revealed that at 5’8” and 206 lbs, her BMI 31.6 puts her in the obese range, and she exhibits high blood pressure.

Question 1: Analyze Cheryl’s exam and fasting serum glucose results to determine if she’s at risk for any chronic disease. Explain why you came to this conclusion, including all indicators that pointed you in this direction, and what, if any, steps Cheryl should take to bring her results back to normal. You will need to defend your answer using specific facts, data, and other information drawn from the textbook and at least one other supplemental source.

Question 2: Describe how adding fiber-rich complex carbohydrate to her diet can positively impact Cheryl’s exam and lab results and suggest some foods that fit this category. Be sure to include in your answer the types of fiber that are responsible for each health benefit. Support your answer with data, facts, key terminology, specific examples and other information drawn from the textbook and at least one other supplemental source.

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