BIOD 121 Module 1 Case Study Solutions | Portage Learning Nutritional Assessment 2026 | Diet & Health

This is the fully answered BIOD 121 Module 1 Case Study, featuring the comprehensive nutritional assessment of "Fred." This document provides the correct, verified answers to all questions pertaining to Fred’s sedentary lifestyle, high-calorie/high-fat diet (4015 kcals; 51% fat), and co-morbidities (hypertension, family history of CVD). The Q&A details the calculation for Recommended Daily Calorie Allowance (2200 kcal) and the percentage of calories derived from fat. Crucially, it lists the specific MyPlate recommendations for Fred's age and activity level (e.g., 2 cups fruit, 7 oz grains), identifies the inadequate food groups in his diet, and explains the core principles of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans. It concludes with practical, actionable recommendations for simple, long-lasting dietary changes.