Which menu modification most effectively converts an imbalanced typical meal (large fried chicken sandwich, sugary soda, french fries) into a varied meal that better meets all six nutrient classes without excess?

• A. Replace fried sandwich with grilled chicken on whole-grain bun, swap soda for water or unsweetened beverage, add a side salad with mixed vegetables and a piece of fruit; this adds fiber, reduces saturated fat and added sugar, supplies vitamins/minerals, and includes protein and water
• B. Replace fries with more processed potato chips that are low in sodium and switch to an artificially sweetened soda to fully eliminate excess calories while keeping the sandwich
• C. Keep the fried sandwich but double the portion of fries to increase vegetable-like bulk and add more calories presumed to improve nutrient adequacy without changing beverage
• D. Remove the sandwich and fries entirely and consume only a single sweetened beverage to maintain calorie balance and simplicity

Answer: (A)