Record your food and beverage intake for three 24-hour periods. Then, analyze your intake for the three days. Computer analysis must be done. www.cronometer.com (Links to an external site.) can be utilized. Compare your results with the DRIs. Write a diet prescription explaining how you could improve your dietary intakes of nutrients by eating different foods, changing your eating patterns, etc. Usually 4-6 pages are sufficient. See specific directions by clicking below.
Diet Analysis Rubric
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Age, gender, physical activity level |
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20 pts |
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Summary of intake compared to recommendationsAppropriate recommendations utilized (AMDRs, RDAs, DRIs) |
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10 pts |
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Table comparison of intake to recommendationsEnergy: kcalories, protein, carbohydrates, fat; Fat: saturated fat, monounsaturated fat, polyunsaturated fat, trans fatty acids, cholesterol; Essential fatty acids: omega-6 fatty acids, omega-3 fatty acids; Carbohydrates: dietary fiber, sugar; Other: water, alcohol; Vitamins: thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, vitamin B6, vitamin B12, folate, vitamin C, vitamin D, vitamin A, vitamin E; Minerals: calcium, iron, magnesium, potassium, zinc, sodium |
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30 pts |
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Analysis of intakeEach deficiency and excess discussed and examples foods provided |
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25 pts |
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Sample 1-day meal planAt least 3 meals with serving sizes included |
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5 pts |
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Grammar, spelling, punctuation-0.25 points for each error |
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10 pts |
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Total Points: 100 |
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