Carbohydrates (g) 194.80 351.97 55% Carbohydrates add bulk to feces, prevent constipation, hemorrhoids, and diverticulitis, and reduce the risk of colon cancer and obesity. They also improve blood glucose regulation. A deficiency of carbohydrates can lead to hypoglycemia, ketosis, and weight gain. Honey, potatoes, white rice, raisins
Dietary Fiber (g) 12.42 35.84 35% Dietary fiber slows gastric emptying, reducing cholesterol. It also increases the bulk of stool, preventing constipation. A deficiency in fiber can lead to diverticulitis and constipation. Almonds, dried pears, split peas
Vitamin B1 - Thiamin (mg) 0.65 1.10 59% Vitamin B1 is a …show more content…
Nutrients that were consumed in excess
Nutrient Amount Consumed DRI Goal Percent Purpose/Effect of Nutrient's Consumption Foods to Cut Back on to Meet DRI Goal
Protein (g) 66.85 52.62 127% Protein produces vital body structures, maintains fluid balance, assists in pH balance, forms hormones, enzymes and neurotransmitters, contributes to immune function, transports nutrients, and provides energy. An excess of protein can overburden the kidneys, lead to dehydration, and cause a higher consumption of saturated fat and cholesterol. Eggs, yogurt, chicken
Protein
(% Calories) 14.37 8.22 15%
Fat (% Calories) 41.29 28.00 147% Fats serve as a concentrated source of energy, insulate and cushion organs, help transport nutrients, make up cell membranes, and act as an emulsifier. An excess of fat can lead to the development of cardiovascular disease, and increase the risk for heart attack or stroke. Cheese, candy
Cholesterol (mg) 412.17 300.00 137% Cholesterol is used to make sex hormones, vitamin D, adrenal hormones, bile, cell membranes, and shell-covering chylomicrons. An excess of cholesterol increases the risk of cardiovascular disease, atherosclerosis, heart attack and stroke. Deli meats,