NCP Diet Analysis #3

he greatest source of sodium in our diets does not come from the salt shaker; rather, it is packaged, highly processed, and fast foods that contribute the most sodium. Sodium is also found in less obvious places, like breads. Which grain product from this 1-day menu contains the most sodium?

not oatmeal q

Magnesium is an essential mineral that helps regulate normal muscle and nerve function, as well as blood pressure and blood glucose levels and immunity. For a 2100 kcal meal plan, the DASH diet is designed to have 500 milligrams of magnesium. Which one food in the 1-day diet provides the most magnesium per serving?

spinach

In addition to making specific nutrient recommendations, the DASH eating plan also provides suggestions on number of servings of different food groups to eat each day. Some of those recommendations include eating 6 to 8 servings of grains, 4 to 5 servings of vegetables, 4 to 5 servings of fruit and 2 to 3 servings of fat-free or low-fat milk and milk products per day. Using the MyPlate food group serving headings in the report (MyGrn, MyVeg, MyFrt and MyDry), determine which statement about this 1-day menu is true.

The menu does not meet the 4 to 5 servings of fruit per day recommendation.

The Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) diet is low in sodium, total fat, saturated fat, and cholesterol. It is high in fruits, vegetables, and low-fat dairy products. For a 2100-kcal meal plan, the DASH diet is designed to have 30 grams of fiber or more. How does this 1-day sample DASH diet compare to that fiber recommendation?

This 1-day menu provides 40 grams dietary fiber; 10 more than the 30-gram recommendation.

Potassium-rich diets, such as the DASH diet, may lower blood pressure, reduce one's risk of developing kidney stones, and possibly decrease bone loss. For a 2100 kcal meal plan, the DASH diet is designed to have 4700 milligrams of potassium or more. How much potassium is in this 1-day menu?

not 2469 11 milligrams potassium

he DASH diet is based on research studies that showed a diet containing less than 2300 milligrams sodium helped lower blood pressure. Further analysis demonstrated that 1500 milligrams of sodium was even better for lowering blood pressure. Such a low-sodium diet was particularly effective for middle-aged and older individuals, African Americans, and those who already had high blood pressure. Christian is over the age of 40 years, so he is at an increased risk for high blood pressure. Does this 1-day menu provide more or less than 1500 milligrams of sodium per day?

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