NUTR 132 Lecture Notes - Lecture 27: Lactose Intolerance, Kilogram, Carbohydrate
17 May 2019
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Adult intake usually exceeds rda (0. 8 grams per kilogram per day). Higher intake (1. 0 to 1. 3 grams per kilogram per day) may preserve muscle and bone mass. iii. Factors that may cause inadequate protein intake limited food budget. Excessive protein may accelerate decline in kidney function: fat, older adults usually consume more fat than the 20% to 35% recommended. ii. Strong link to obesity, heart disease, and certain cancers. iii. 2015 to 2020 dietary guidelines healthy eating pattern. Includes oils (27 grams or 5 teaspoons per day). Key recommendation is to consume less than 10% of kilocalories per day from saturated fats: carbohydrates i. ii. Limits added sugars to 10% of calories per day. Carbohydrate intake of adults often lower than recommended. Need to shift to complex carbohydrates. improves glucose management. Fiber helps reduce the risk of colon cancer, heart disease, lowers cholesterol, and constipation. v.
