Diet Analysis Paper
Introduction
Fran Lebowitz once said, "Food is an important part of a balanced diet" (Moncur (Comp.)). Despite his cynicism, he makes a valid point. I frequently base my food consumption choices on taste then I rely on my multi-vitamin to supplement my poor food choices. Throughout this examination, the protein and fiber content of my food choices for one day will be thoroughly examined.
Protein
Protein accounts for more than 50% of dry human body weight (Angheli). Therefore, protein is a vital part of our diet. On the day I kept a food journal, I consumed over four times the daily recommendation. The Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion (CNPP) recommended I consume 46 grams in a day; however, I consumed 185 grams of protein.
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The two cups of peas I ate had an astonishing 15 grams of fiber; this accounted for my biggest fiber intake for one food item. The five cups of milk and the 10 ounce steak contributed zero grams of fiber to my diet each. Since I believe my fiber intake was just right I would not make any changes to my diet.
Milk and Meat Fiber Contributions As previously stated milk and meat do not contribute to one's fiber intake. I would advise anyone whose diet consists of mainly milk and meat to incorporate fiber rich foods into their diet. This could be done by adding a high-fiber cereal in the morning (Carter, 2007). Furthermore, consuming more fruits and vegetables throughout the day will help ensure they meet their daily fiber requirement.
Fruit Juice vs. Whole Fruit While drinking fruit juice is better than not consuming any fruit products, the fiber content in juice does not compare to eating a whole fruit. Juicing fruits greatly reduces the fiber content. For example, a cup of clear apple juice (one with the pulp removed) contains zero grams of fiber. Juicing three to four apples caused a loss of 12-15 grams of fiber (Mateljan,
Fran Lebowitz once said, "Food is an important part of a balanced diet" (Moncur (Comp.)). Despite his cynicism, he makes a valid point. I frequently base my food consumption choices on taste then I rely on my multi-vitamin to supplement my poor food choices. Throughout this examination, the protein and fiber content of my food choices for one day will be thoroughly examined.
Protein
Protein accounts for more than 50% of dry human body weight (Angheli). Therefore, protein is a vital part of our diet. On the day I kept a food journal, I consumed over four times the daily recommendation. The Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion (CNPP) recommended I consume 46 grams in a day; however, I consumed 185 grams of protein.
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The two cups of peas I ate had an astonishing 15 grams of fiber; this accounted for my biggest fiber intake for one food item. The five cups of milk and the 10 ounce steak contributed zero grams of fiber to my diet each. Since I believe my fiber intake was just right I would not make any changes to my diet.
Milk and Meat Fiber Contributions As previously stated milk and meat do not contribute to one's fiber intake. I would advise anyone whose diet consists of mainly milk and meat to incorporate fiber rich foods into their diet. This could be done by adding a high-fiber cereal in the morning (Carter, 2007). Furthermore, consuming more fruits and vegetables throughout the day will help ensure they meet their daily fiber requirement.
Fruit Juice vs. Whole Fruit While drinking fruit juice is better than not consuming any fruit products, the fiber content in juice does not compare to eating a whole fruit. Juicing fruits greatly reduces the fiber content. For example, a cup of clear apple juice (one with the pulp removed) contains zero grams of fiber. Juicing three to four apples caused a loss of 12-15 grams of fiber (Mateljan,