Day 1 Tuesday

Question

-orange juice, grilled cheese, grapes, chicken nuggets and fries, watermelon, water
day 2 Wednesday
-eggs with ham, breakfast sausage, orange juice, spicy dill pickle chips, gum, red chilaquiles, water, watermelon
day 3
-fajita wrap, frozen strawberry lemonade, hot Cheetos, water, mango, chicken alfredo pasta, home made watermelon juice.
In a well-organized, 1 – 2 paragraph paper, complete a detailed journal of anything that you consume over a three-day period. Then, write a short paper that analyzes your intake and whether or not you are meeting the food pyramid guidelines. Has this class made you rethink what you eat, and if so, why?

This assignment should include the following information.

Detailed journal log that includes the items consumed, amount, and whether this is this consistent with the required daily value (10-points)
Does this meet the food pyramid guidelines? If so, how? If not, how? (5-points)
Are you happy with what you eat? Will you make changes? If yes, what will they be? If not, explain why. (5-points)
Please proofread your work. Points will be deducted for incorrect grammar and spelling. The paper should be written in APA format but does not need an abstract. You must have a minimum of one reference.

Be honest about what you consume! This assignment is not meant to make you feel uncomfortable about what you eat and drink; it is designed to make you aware and understand the food pyramid. It will also provide you with a practice exercise on what you may have a patient complete.
In a well-organized, 1 – 2 paragraph paper, complete a detailed journal of anything that you consume over a three-day period. Then, write a short paper that analyzes your intake and whether or not you are meeting the food pyramid guidelines. Has this class made you rethink what you eat, and if so, why?

This assignment should include the following information.

Detailed journal log that includes the items consumed, amount, and whether this is this consistent with the required daily value (10-points)
Does this meet the food pyramid guidelines? If so, how? If not, how? (5-points)
Are you happy with what you eat? Will you make changes? If yes, what will they be? If not, explain why. (5-points)
Please proofread your work. Points will be deducted for incorrect grammar and spelling. The paper should be written in APA format but does not need an abstract. You must have a minimum of one reference.

Answer 1

Food Journal and Analysis

Food Consumption Journal
Day 1: Tuesday
For breakfast, I consumed a glass of orange juice (8 oz), a grilled cheese sandwich made with two slices of whole wheat bread and two slices of cheddar cheese, and a serving of grapes (1 cup). For lunch, I had chicken nuggets (8 pieces) with a side of fries (5 oz) and watermelon (1 cup). I drank water throughout the day.

Day 2: Wednesday
Breakfast consisted of two eggs with ham (2 oz), breakfast sausage (2 links), and a glass of orange juice (8 oz). For a snack, I had spicy dill pickle chips (1 oz) and gum. Lunch was a serving of red chilaquiles (1 cup), and I drank water and ate watermelon (1 cup) throughout the day.

Day 3: Thursday
I had a fajita wrap made with a whole grain tortilla, grilled chicken (4 oz), bell peppers, and onions, paired with a frozen strawberry lemonade (12 oz). I enjoyed a serving of Hot Cheetos (1 oz) as a snack, and later, I had mango (1 medium) and chicken Alfredo pasta (1 cup). I also made homemade watermelon juice (8 oz) and drank water.

Food Pyramid Analysis
Analyzing my three-day food intake, it is apparent that my diet includes a variety of food groups, but it does not entirely align with the Food Pyramid guidelines. For grains, I consumed whole wheat bread and a whole grain tortilla, but my servings of fruits and vegetables appear to be limited, primarily consisting of watermelon, grapes, and a small amount of peppers and onions. My protein sources included chicken, eggs, ham, and sausage, but the intake of processed foods like chicken nuggets and Hot Cheetos raises concerns regarding overall nutritional balance. Additionally, my overall consumption of dairy may be insufficient as I only had cheese and eggs without additional servings of milk or yogurt.

This class has made me rethink my dietary choices. I realize that while I enjoy my meals, there is room for improvement in variety and nutrition. Moving forward, I plan to incorporate more vegetables into my diet, such as salads and steamed vegetables, and to replace some processed foods with whole food options. My goal is to achieve a more balanced intake that closely aligns with the Food Pyramid, ensuring I consume an ample amount of fruits and vegetables, whole grains, and dairy while minimizing processed foods. Understanding the impact of nutrition on overall health has motivated me to make these changes.

Reference
U.S. Department of Agriculture. (2011). ChooseMyPlate.gov. Retrieved from https://www.choosemyplate.gov/