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Assignment:
We have those information and reports;
1) Based on the Macronutrient Distribution Report, my total carbohydrate intake over the three-day period was 259 grams per day, which averages to 52% of my daily calories coming from carbohydrates. This falls within the general recommendation that 45-65% of daily calories should come from carbohydrates.
2) The top five food items from which I get the most carbohydrates are whole wheat bread, apples, bananas, yogurt, and oatmeal, according to the Bar Graph and Single Nutrient Reports for carbohydrates. I believe that my carbohydrate consumption fits into a healthy dietary pattern because I am getting my carbohydrates from a variety of sources, including whole grains, fruit, and dairy products. These foods also provide other important nutrients like fiber, vitamins, and minerals.
3) According to the MyPlate Report, nutrient-dense sources of carbohydrates include fruits, grains, and dairy products. For fruits, I should aim for 1.5 to 2 cups per day, and for grains, I should aim for 6 to 8 ounces per day, with at least half of those being whole grains. For dairy, I should aim for 3 cups per day of fat-free or low-fat dairy products. Based on my intake, I'm meeting or exceeding the recommendations for these food groups.
4) According to the Bar Graph and Single Nutrient Reports for fiber, my dietary fiber intake averaged 24 grams per day over the three-day period. This falls within the recommended range for my age and gender. The foods from which I get the most dietary fiber are apples, whole wheat bread, oatmeal, and black beans, according to the Nutrition Facts Report.
5) Based on my analysis, I would make the following dietary recommendations to myself:
Continue to focus on consuming a variety of carbohydrate sources, with an emphasis on whole grains, fruit, and dairy products.
Try to incorporate more vegetables and legumes into my diet to increase my fiber intake, as well as other important nutrients.
Monitor my added sugar intake from foods like candy and desserts, and try to limit these foods in favor of nutrient-dense sources of carbohydrates.
Make sure to stay hydrated, as fiber needs water to help move through the digestive system.
Consider meeting with a registered dietitian to further evaluate and optimize my carbohydrate and fiber intake.
Please I need answers to the questions:
1- Check your Macronutrient Distribution Report (generated in Unit 2 Part A):
a- How does your total fat intake compare with the general recommendation that 20-35% of the calories we consume each day should be from fats?
b- How does your saturated fat intake compare with the general recommendation that about 6% of the calories we consume each day should be from saturated fats?
2- Check your Bar Graph report and Single Nutrient Report for fats (for all three days combined).
a- What foods are you getting most of your total fat from (focus on the top 5-10 food items)?
b- Does your fat consumption fit into a healthy dietary pattern? Explain.
3- In general, how does cardiovascular health correlate with dietary fats?
4- What improvements can you suggest for your fat consumption to make your diet healthier?