Nutrition for Fitness Leaders
Diet Analysis
Tracey Kobayashi
50 Phelan Ave, NGYM
San Francisco, CA 94112
(415)452-7311
tkobayas@ccsf.edu
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[ Intro ]
[ Nutrients ]
[ Energy ]
[ Apps ]
[ Commercial Diets ]
Applications
Several programs analyze nutritional intake, ranging from simple to complex, free to hundreds of dollars. Most programs provide nutrient breakdown and recommended intakes. The formulas used vary -- some more specific than others, but are usually based on age, sex and activity level (either through general categories or listing of daily actvities). This list is not comprehensive, but a representative sample of the variety of tools available.
- University of Illinois' Nutrition Analysis Tool
http://www.nat.uiuc.edu
It's online, free, doesn't leave cookies on your computer, and they don't send you a barrage of spam. Not the most user-friendly, but certainly gives the best bang for your buck. - Wadsworth/Thompson Learning updates Diet Analysis Plus, originally developed by ESHA Research (below). Most current versions: Developed for classroom situations -- supports multiple profiles. $20-$25.00
- High-End Software targeted to professionals who maintain a decent client base:
- ESHA Research
Also has server-based nutrient databases. - Nutribase
- Nutritionist Pro
- ESHA Research
Most programs use their own formulas for nutrient intake recommendations, but you can still use your own intake rules for comparison.
Freestyle
Without the use of programs, diet analysis can be as simple as looking for general eating habits and food type servings, or as complex as mapping out nutrient intakes with the use of nutrient tables.
[ Intro ]
[ Nutrients ]
[ Energy ]
[ Apps ]
[ Commercial Diets ]