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DESCRIPTION
The immune system, which defends us
against disease, is dependent upon a number of nutrients including zinc,
vitamin C, vitamin E, vitamin A, iron, copper, folic acid and vitamin B-12.
Amino acids such as arginine and alanine have also been demonstrated to be
important in augmenting the immune system.
Based upon these principles, the Immune
Strengthening Diet is developed for those individuals with poor constitutions
or for those fighting off infection. This diet has a high nutrient density and
therefore exceeds the nutrient guidelines of the RDA. This diet is calorie-rich
and therefore could encourage weight gain if an individual is not regularly
exercising.
SAMPLE MENU FOR ONE DAY
Breakfast
| 1/2 cup orange juice 1 egg (any
style) |
1/2 cup cooked oatmeal 1 slice whole
wheat bread (toasted) |
| 1 teaspoon margarine or butter 1
tablespoon peanut butter |
1 cup whole milk Hot, non-caloric
beverage |
Mid-Morning Snack
Lunch
| 4 ounces sliced turkey breast |
2 slices whole wheat bread |
| 1/2 cup steamed carrots |
1/2 banana |
| 1 cup whole milk or yogurt |
2 teaspoons margarine, butter, or
mayonnaise |
| sliced lettuce and tomato for
sandwich |
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Mid-Afternoon Snack
- 1/2 cup grape juice 1/2 cup pumpkin seeds
Dinner
| 1 ounce calves’ liver |
5 ounces broiled halibut |
| 1 cup dark whole buckwheat (kasha) |
1/2 cup steamed broccoli |
| 1 tablespoon oil and vinegar dressing
|
1 slice whole wheat bread |
| 1 teaspoon margarine or butter |
4 apricot halves |
| 1 cup whole milk |
Hot, non-caloric beverage |
| 1 cup salad: romaine or Boston lettuce,
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sliced carrots,cucumbers, mushrooms,
green pepper, celery |
Bedtime Snack
- 1 cup yogurt 1 slice whole wheat bread 2 teaspoons
almond butter
Nutrient Content
- Calories: 3200
- Protein: 20%
- Carbohydrates: 50%
- Fat: 30%
- Cholesterol: 350 mg
- Fiber: 15 g
FOOD EXCHANGE MENU
Bread and Cereal Exchange List:
7 or more servings per day
Recommended:
Lentils Green peas Beans (dried) Potatoes
with skin
Enriched cereals Sweet potatoes Enriched
pastas White bread (enr)
Gelatin Whole wheat bread (protein
enriched)
Avoid: None
Fat Exchange List:
5 or more servings per day
Recommended: Fish-oil rich foods
Avoid: None
Fruit Exchange List:
5 or more servings per day
Recommended: Fresh, frozen or canned
fruits, both whole and juice
Avoid: None
Meat and Meat Substitute Exchange
List:
10 servings per day
Recommended:
Meats Poultry Shellfish
Peanut butter Nuts including pumpkin
seeds
Fish, especially cold water, oily fish
like salmon, herring, mackerel
Avoid: None
Milk Exchange List:
4 or more servings per day
Recommended:
Whole milk (protein enriched) Products
made with whole milk
Skim milk Milk (2% fat)
Avoid: None
Vegetable Exchange List:
3 or more servings per day
Recommended: Fresh, frozen, or
canned vegetables, both whole and juice
Avoid: None
Miscellaneous Exchange List: Not
applicable
Note:
Include six to eight cups of fluids, such
as water, per day. |
