Meal Planning for Carbohydrates
Jalen Jackson
Part A
Please respond to the following questions in complete sentences and paragraphs. This section
should be at least 200 words.
What is meant by the AMDR, and what is this range for carbohydrates?
AMDR stands for Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Range. This consist of a fixed
range of intakes for a specific energy source while reducing risk for chronic diseases
while still being able to provide the necessary nutrients for the body. For
carbohydrates the AMDR is between 45 and 65 percent. This means that a person should
consume between 225 and 325 grams of carbohydrate daily.
How does the type of carbohydrate impact health?
The type of carbs that an individual consumes can impact health greatly. If a person
consumes a large number of simple sugars such as fructose, they can increase their
chances of having diseases such as diabetes and coronary heart disease. Simple carbs are
digested quickly and send energy directly to the blood stream, this can be found in things
like desserts or white sugar, Complex carbs on the other hand are digested slowly and
provide a much more balanced release of glucose in the bloodstream.
What is one negative health impact from carbohydrate intake?
One simple negative impact from a large carbohydrate intake is weight gain. Along with
this comes other negative effects that can cause serious problems for your health.
What is one positive health impact from carbohydrate intake?
Carbs are essential for giving your body the necessary energy to keep it functioning.
Part B
Here is a sample one-day menu for Mr. Brown. His doctor just told him to cut down on added
sugars in addition to increasing his fiber intake. He hopes to meet with a dietitian next week,
but in the meantime needs some help making these changes. List five suggestions for Mr.
Brown’s diet. Make sure to provide only changes that address the meal planning goals mentioned
above. Tell him which food(s) you would have him omit and how you would replace these items.
You may also change portion sizes. Highlight (yellow only, please) or bold the item you are
changing. Then write the change next to that. You may make more than five changes, but if you
do so, you will only receive full credit when all changes correctly match the assigned directions.
Jalen Jackson
Part A
Please respond to the following questions in complete sentences and paragraphs. This section
should be at least 200 words.
What is meant by the AMDR, and what is this range for carbohydrates?
AMDR stands for Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Range. This consist of a fixed
range of intakes for a specific energy source while reducing risk for chronic diseases
while still being able to provide the necessary nutrients for the body. For
carbohydrates the AMDR is between 45 and 65 percent. This means that a person should
consume between 225 and 325 grams of carbohydrate daily.
How does the type of carbohydrate impact health?
The type of carbs that an individual consumes can impact health greatly. If a person
consumes a large number of simple sugars such as fructose, they can increase their
chances of having diseases such as diabetes and coronary heart disease. Simple carbs are
digested quickly and send energy directly to the blood stream, this can be found in things
like desserts or white sugar, Complex carbs on the other hand are digested slowly and
provide a much more balanced release of glucose in the bloodstream.
What is one negative health impact from carbohydrate intake?
One simple negative impact from a large carbohydrate intake is weight gain. Along with
this comes other negative effects that can cause serious problems for your health.
What is one positive health impact from carbohydrate intake?
Carbs are essential for giving your body the necessary energy to keep it functioning.
Part B
Here is a sample one-day menu for Mr. Brown. His doctor just told him to cut down on added
sugars in addition to increasing his fiber intake. He hopes to meet with a dietitian next week,
but in the meantime needs some help making these changes. List five suggestions for Mr.
Brown’s diet. Make sure to provide only changes that address the meal planning goals mentioned
above. Tell him which food(s) you would have him omit and how you would replace these items.
You may also change portion sizes. Highlight (yellow only, please) or bold the item you are
changing. Then write the change next to that. You may make more than five changes, but if you
do so, you will only receive full credit when all changes correctly match the assigned directions.
