3 Day Nutritional Analysis

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Nutrition 150 02 October 2012 3 Day Analysis Summary By analyzing the results from my three day analysis in the Macronutrient Distribution report I can assess what percentage of my kCal’s came from fat, carbohydrate and protein. Fat 25.2% of kCal’s from my intake came from fat and according to the AMDR’s range of 20-35%, I am right around the middle which means I am ok with my fat intake. I still need to make sure that I am consuming the right types of fat though and not processed saturated ones. Carbohydrate 62.1% of kCal’s from my intake came from carbohydrates and according to the AMDR’s range of 45-65%, my carbohydrate intake is on the high side which means that I need to cut back to decrease my disease risk. I need to analyze the types of carbohydrates that I am consuming and make sure that the majority are whole grains and nutrient dense. Protein 14.6% of kCal’s from my intake came from protein and according to the AMDR’s range of 10-35%, my protein intake is on the low side. I have to consume more protein to decrease my disease risk. Some examples of food that I should add to my diet are legumes, fish and skinless poultry. With the help of the Intake Compared to DRI report I was able to identify the nutrients in which I was deficient in during my three day analysis. I will be providing two food sources for each nutrient in which I was deficient that would have increased that specific nutrient level. The following nutrients, including vitamins and minerals were under an eighty percent. Kilocalories (68.1%) Two good food sources that would increase this nutrient in my diet would be more protein such as fish, and legumes. Seeds, nuts, vegetables, and fruits would also be a great way to obtain more kilocalories in my diet. Calories from Fat (below recommended range) Two good food sources that would increase the calories from fat in my diet

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