How does your macronutrient intake compare with the RDA for your age and sex? What are some implications of these results for your long-term health?
Use the table below to describe the functions and sources of each macronutrient. You also need to describe the relationship each macronutrient has with health, illness, and death.
Using the table below, record everything you eat and drink during a 24 hour period. Do not forget to list all beverages and snacks during this time. It may be helpful to note the time during which you ate each item as well.
As you record each item and the number of servings you consume, include how many grams of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and fiber each item contains. You may use food labels or nutrition calculators found online to calculate accurate amounts. There are also tools in the text, including a worksheet which helps you to estimate the amount of fiber in your diet, and a formula which helps you estimate your total calorie intake.
- How does your macronutrient intake compare with the RDA for your age and sex? What are some implications of these results for your long-term health?
- After reviewing the table above, are you able to identify any patterns or trends within your diet? If so, what are they? How does this affect the quality and balance of your macronutrient intake?
