REQUIREMENTS

Introduction

Introduction includes the:

· Purpose of the presentation

· Age group

· Cultural focus

Current Menu Analysis

Analyze menus based on the following criteria & Provide rationales for your analysis.

Identify:

· Healthy/unhealthy menu selections

· Appropriate for nutritional requirements of age group

· Influence of cultural and regional food practices

Consider:

· Does the menu selected provide adequate amounts of protein, fats, carbohydrates, vitamins, and minerals?

· Over the course of a Lunch menu (Group Cronometer Report), are individuals provided with a balanced diet?

· Does this diet allow for differences in dietary patterns related to the culture or age group selected?

Create Sample Menu

Create a replacement menu providing healthier choices for each menu analyzed including the following:

· Age considerations

· Potential health concerns

· Cultural influences

· Regional patterns

· Nutritional components of your food choices

· Include two references that support your choices on the slides.

Running

Head: RUA Part One 1

RUA Part One 2

Nutrition Assessment Part One: Cronometer & Summary Report

Cory Jarosch, Estefani Vargas, Sandra Amezquita

Chamberlain University

NR 228: Nutrition Health & Wellness

Dr. Jin Kim

February 1, 2021

Cronometer Summary of Nutrient Report and Food Intake Day 1

Excess Nutrients

Sodium

Deficit Nutrients

Water, Carbs, Fiber, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B3, Vitamin B5, Vitamin B6, Folate, Vitamin C, Vitamin D, Vitamin E, Vitamin K, Omega-6, Copper, Iron, Magnesium, Manganese, Potassium, and Zinc

Grilled Cheese Sandwich, Steamed Green Beans, Watermelon Craisins

Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Cronometer Summary of Nutrient Report and Food Intake Day 2

Excess Nutrients

Vitamin B12

Deficit Nutrients

Water, Vitamin B1, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B5, Vitamin B6, Folate, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin D, Vitamin E, Vitamin K, Calcium, Copper, Iron, Magnesium, Manganese, Phosphorus, Potassium, Fiber, Omega-3, Omega-6, Protein

Cheeseburger on a Bun, Single Patty, Plain, Applesauce, Canned, Sweetened

Cheeseburger on a Bun, Single Patty, Plain, Applesauce, Canned, Sweetened

Applesauce, Canned, Sweetened, Cheeseburger on a Bun, Single Patty, Plain

Applesauce, Canned, Sweetened, Cheeseburger on a Bun, Single Patty, Plain

Cheeseburger on a Bun, Single Patty, Plain, Dandy, Celery Sticks, Applesauce, Canned, Sweetened

Cheeseburger on a Bun, Single Patty, Plain

Applesauce, Canned, Sweetened, Cheeseburger on a Bun, Single Patty, Plain

Cheeseburger on a Bun, Single Patty, Plain, Applesauce, Canned, Sweetened

Cheeseburger on a Bun, Single Patty, Plain, Applesauce, Canned, Sweetened

Cheeseburger on a Bun, Single Patty, Plain, Dandy, Celery Sticks, Applesauce, Canned, Sweetened

Cheeseburger on a Bun, Single Patty, Plain, Applesauce, Canned, Sweetened

Cheeseburger on a Bun, Single Patty, Plain, Applesauce, Canned, Sweetened

Cheeseburger on a Bun, Single Patty, Plain, Applesauce, Canned, Sweetened

Cheeseburger on a Bun, Single Patty, Plain, Applesauce, Canned, Sweetened

Cheeseburger on a Bun, Single Patty, Plain, Applesauce, Canned, Sweetened

Cheeseburger on a Bun, Single Patty, Plain, Applesauce, Canned, Sweetened

Cronometer Summary of Nutrient Report and Food Intake Day 3

Excess Nutrients

Vitamin A and B12

Deficit Nutrients

Energy, water, carbs, fiber, net carbs, fat, omega-3, omega-6, B2, B5, folate, vitamin C, vitamin D, vitamin E, vitamin K, calcium, copper, iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, potassium

Apple, cheeseburger, salad, carrots

Cheeseburger, apple, salad, carrots

Cheeseburger, apple, salad, carrots

Cheeseburger, apple, salad, carrots

Cheeseburger, apple, salad, carrots

Cheeseburger, salad, apple, carrots

Apple, salad, cheeseburger, carrots

Cheeseburger

Cheeseburger, apple, salad, carrots

Cheeseburger, apple, salad, carrots

Cheeseburger, salad, apple, carrots

Cheeseburger, apple, salad, carrots

Cheeseburger, salad, apple, carrots

Cheeseburger, apple, salad, carrots

Cheeseburger, apple, salad, carrots

Group Summary

The menu analysis is for a five-year-old boy, 3’7 in height, and 41 pounds. The results from the Cronometer indicate there is more-so extreme deficiency than excess of nutrients during the three days recorded; 13, 21, and 30. The excess nutrients counted were any that were over 100 percent and the deficient nutrients counted as anything under 50 percent, not including amino acids.

The Cronometer results show that the most common nutrients in excess are sodium with about 146%, vitamin B12 with 113%, and vitamin A with 148%. Sodium is an essential mineral in the body that aids in balancing the osmotic pressure of the body cell, nerve, and muscle coordination. However, excess sodium in the body raises blood pressure, and other conditions such as heart failure, stroke, and kidney failure (Cox, 2013). Excess vitamin B12 is usually removed through urination, however, some more severe causes of too much B12 in the body can be liver disease. Vitamin B12 is usually stored in the liver for over a year (Husney, 2021). Lastly, too much vitamin A over long periods of time can lead to nausea, lightheadedness, vomiting, or headache. Being that this child is so young, vitamin A supplements are not necessary unless prescribed, but too much can lead to death in rare cases (Dewar, 2019).

Some of the nutrients deficient from the Cronometer, results include energy, water, Carbs, Fiber, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B3, Vitamin B5, Vitamin B6, Folate, Vitamin C, Vitamin D, Vitamin E, Vitamin K, Omega-6, Copper, Iron, Magnesium, Manganese, Potassium, and Zinc. Water is an essential component of the blood and maintaining body temperature. Carbs are the main source of energy helpful for the normal functioning of the body. Fiber helps in the digestion process and reduces the risk of chronic diseases (Gunnars, 2018). Vitamins are essential nutrients in enhancing the body fighting against infections. Omega-6 improves brain functioning, while metal minerals play a significant role in bone development and blood functionality. Therefore, it is important to ensure that all these nutrients are available in the meals to better the body’s overall function.

Group Conclusion

The five-year-old boy’s lunch menu is more deficient in nutrients and minerals than it is excess. Thus, he should maintain sodium, vitamin B12, and vitamin A below 100% per meal to avoid health issues down the road. Likewise, nutrients such as water, carbs, and fiber are essential in the body’s hydration, digestion, and energy, considering he is young and active. Vitamins are also crucial components in the meals to maintain a strong health profile. Since the boy is at his growing stages, minerals are a good diet constituent to building strong bones, enhance nerve coordination, brain functioning, and blood composition. All these nutrients and minerals in excess should be maintained above 50% per meal. Ultimately, it is important to hold all the components of a well-planned diet at optimum levels to enhance the boy’s healthy growth and development. The lack of nutrients concerns should be taken to the schools’ board to try to improve the foods being fed to these students.

This project has made us realize school menus may seem healthier just because you see fruits and vegetables on the list, however the lack of nutrients for the pediatric population at this school is disturbing. If schools were to take a better approach to serving foods with better nutrients to these young kids, maybe the disease rate of certain problems in the US would go down in the future.

References

Cox, L. (2013, May 30). Why is too much salt bad for you? Retrieved from

https://www.livescience.com/36256-salt-bad-health.html#:~:text=Excess%20

Dewar, G. (n.d.). Vitamin A supplements: Is your kid getting too much vitamin a? Retrieved

February 03, 2021, from https://www.parentingscience.com/vitamin-A-supplements.html

Gunnars, K. (2018, May 23). Why is fiber good for you? The crunchy truth. Retrieved

From

https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/why-is-fiber-good-for-you

Husney, A. (2019, April 18). Health library. Retrieved February 03, 2021, from

Health Library