Learning Objectives

• List the four traditional methods of nutritional assessment
• List at least two biochemical tests for assessing protein-energy malnutrition and anaemia
• Define the terms: anthropometric measurements, body mass index (BMI), waist/hip ratio, skinfold test, waist circumference
• Discuss the advantages & limitations of the skinfold, BMI, waist/ hip ratio and waist circumference methods
• Discuss Growth Charts
• Develop a respect for the dignity of the human body
• List four commonly used dietary assessment methods
• Discuss the uses and limitations of the Recommended Dietary Intakes (RDI)
• List at least one predominant food source for each of the macronutrients: protein, fat and CHO
• Calculate the approximate energy intake of a person from his/her food intake history; using the quantities of protein, fat, carbohydrate and alcohol in the diet
• Calculate the contribution of fat and carbohydrate in a food history
• Discuss how the daily intake of nutrients from a diet may vary during the week
• List at least one predominant food source for each of the following micronutrients: fibre, vitamin C, calcium and iron
• Differentiate between a low quality and a good quality diet

Nutritional Assessment

• what are 4 traditional methods of nutritional assessment?
• what are these methods each best at assessing?
• how are fats assessed (2 things)?