If a client expresses sleep issues, why is it important for the nutrition counselor to assess the size and types of meals?

A) Heavy meals increase body temperature significantly, which can disrupt sleep.
B) Heavy meals disrupt the maintenance of circadian rhythms, which can disrupt sleep.
C) Heavy meals cause voluntary and involuntary arousal, which can disrupt sleep.
D) Heavy meals right before bed tend to cause indigestion, which can disrupt sleep.
E) Heavy meals suppress the release of melatonin, which can disrupt sleep.

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jualia naterer · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : D, Explanation :  Heavy meals right before bed tend to cause indigestion, which can disrupt sleep. By assessing the size and types of meals, the nutrition counselor can identify if the client is consuming heavy meals right before bed, and can make recommendations to adjust meal timing or composition to improve sleep quality.

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