Podcast
Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson
Questions and Answers
What are discretionary calories?
What are discretionary calories?
Remaining calories after you've eaten all your nutritional calories needed.
On average, how many calories should American women get a day?
On average, how many calories should American women get a day?
100 calories
What type of foods do teens most tend to gravitate towards?
What type of foods do teens most tend to gravitate towards?
Junk foods
On average, how many teens eat fast food daily?
On average, how many teens eat fast food daily?
Signup and view all the answers
Most doctors are suggesting discretionary calories for __________ people.
Most doctors are suggesting discretionary calories for __________ people.
Signup and view all the answers
How many discretionary calories should a male have?
How many discretionary calories should a male have?
Signup and view all the answers
Flashcards are hidden until you start studying
Study Notes
Discretionary Calories Overview
- Discretionary calories refer to the calories left after consuming the necessary nutrients for the day.
- These are the extra calories that can be allocated to less nutritious food choices.
Caloric Intake Guidelines
- American women should aim for an average intake of 100 discretionary calories daily to maintain health.
- Adult men typically have a higher allowance of 150 discretionary calories per day.
Dietary Trends Among Teens
- Junk foods are the primary food choices that teens are attracted to, which often lack essential nutrients.
- Approximately 40% of teens consume fast food on a daily basis, indicating a trend towards convenience over nutritional value.
Health Recommendations
- Medical professionals recommend limiting discretionary calories, particularly for obese individuals, to improve health outcomes.
Studying That Suits You
Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.
