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Registered Dietitian

Category - Nutrition Care

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A protein-sparing modified fast (PSMF):
  1. Provides 2 grams of protein per kg of ideal body weight per day
  2. Promotes rapid weight loss due to oxidation of glucose and diuresis
  3. Permits 1 TBSP of added fat per day
  4. Has been shown to be the most effective strategy for long-term weight loss
Explanation
Answer: B - A protein-sparing modified fast (PSMF) is used to treat morbid obesity and promotes rapid weight loss due to oxidation of glucose and diuresis. It provides 1.5 g of protein per kg of ideal body weight per day, and does not permit added fat. It has not been shown to be effective for maintaining long-term weight loss.
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