Topic: Calcium deficiency
Info: I am a female, 24 years old, my intake in calcium is deficient.
Writing a mini report:
Focusing on the micronutrient you have chosen, your mini report should be structured around the following aspects:
1. Micronutrient: Be clear on which micronutrient you are discussing
2. DRI: Provide the RDA or AI and UL or CDRR that applies to your selected micronutrient
3. Your Intake: Describe your intake and whether it is excessive or deficient and by how much. Outline the reasons as to why you think your intake is deficient or excessive.
4. Symptoms and Health Implications: What are potential symptoms and concerns with your intake (i.e., deficient or excessive). Note: If your intake is deficient, you only need to describe the health concerns associated with a deficiency; if your intake is excessive, you only need to describe the health concerns associated with an excessive intake.
5. Recommendations for Improvement: Provide ideas of dietary choices and changes that you could implement to help meet your DRI’s. Your suggested dietary changes should consider the impact of the micronutrient of interest, and how it may affect your intake of other nutrients.