Carbohydrates
Introduction
Carbohydrates are a key energy source for the body, but some carbohydrate-containing foods are more healthful than others.
In this activity, you will explore your carbohydrate intake and compare your values with the current dietary recommendations.
This activity can be completed using the AnalyzeMyDiet tracker from within LaunchPad. Click on the AnalyzeMyDiet link found on your LaunchPad home screen.
To complete the activity using AnalyzeMyDiet:
For more instructions and help using AnalyzeMyDiet, please visit the help page.
For this activity you will need three reports: Calorie Assessment, Bar Graph, and MyPlate. These reports can be accessed individually or as part of the Combination Report in AnalyzeMyDiet.
Use the Calorie Assessment report to find your data and enter it into the grid below using only numerical values and decimal points (if needed).
% Daily Calories | Intake % |
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Carbohydrates | P3 |
Use the Bar Graph report to find your data and enter it into the grid below using only numerical values and decimal points (if needed).
Nutrient | Intake (g) |
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Carbohydrates | G3 |
Dietary Fiber | A1 |
Total Sugars | A2 |
Use the MyPlate report to find your data and enter it into the grid below.
Food Group | Intake (ounces) |
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Grains | A4 |
Based on the values you entered in the input grid tables, answer the questions that follow.
% Daily Calories | Intake % |
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Carbohydrates | P3 |
Nutrient | Intake (g) |
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Carbohydrates | G3 |
Dietary Fiber | A1 |
Total Sugars | A2 |
Food Group | Intake (ounces) |
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Grains | A4 |
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