Discuss how the dietary, physical activity and anthropometric data compare with Australian population trends
а jоurnаl аrtiсlе рrеsеnting thе findings frоm thе nutritiоn, рhysiсаl асtivity аnd рrоvidеd аnthrороmеtriс dаtа with strеngths аnd limitаtiоns.
- Discuss how the dietary, physical activity and anthropometric data compare with Australian population trends and Australian recommendations or guidelines (eg NRVs). Comment on any reasons that may explain why the class data met or did not meet these trends and recommendations.
- Diet: Norms include the AHS 2011-2012 and recommendations for dietary data include the Nutrient Reference Values
- Physical activity: Norms include the the AHS 2011-2012 and recommendations include the National Physical Activity Guidelines.
- Anthropometric data: Norms include and recommendations include: Measured data from the the AHS 2011-2012 and recommendations from NHMRC latest Adult Clinical Practice Guidelines.
- Discuss the energy intake and expenditure results. Do the results indicate positive or negative energy balance? What would be the consequences on health if this population group continued in a state of positive or negative energy balance in the long term? Provide a rationale for your answer.
- For each of the following methods of assessment, comment on any similarities or differences between the outcomes measured (I-III below). Discuss reasons for any observed differences evaluating the strengths and weaknesses of the methods and the impact on interpretation of the data:
- Estimating calcium intake via a 3 day food record and a short FFQ
- Estimating energy expenditure via a 3 day activity diary and a short activity questionnaire
- Estimating body fat levels via skinfolds and impedance methods.
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