Sakata Rice Cracker Diet Content Analysis

The nutritional content of Sakata Rice Crackers can be found in the results (tables 1 and 2) (Graphs 1 – 6). As we look at the breakdown in this product (Graph 7), we can see that the health concern of this product is in the high levels of carbohydrates. Carbohydrates are a key part of a healthy diet and help keep your cells, tissues and muscles, energized. They also serve as the main source of energy for your brain. However, while eating carbs is important, consuming too many can contribute to health problems, from short-term issues to long-term chronic disease. Not only can consuming too many carbs lead to diseases, but also they high in calories. Calories aren 't naturally bad; they actually provide the energy you need to stay active (Sylvie

As can be seen in graph 10 this product contains the smallest amounts of protein and fat, and majority amount of carbohydrates. As this product is processed, it is placed in a salty juice, which comes in the jar. This salt contributes to the product having high amounts of sugar and sodium. If consumed regularly, sugars contribute to diet related diseases such as diabetes type II. If overconsumed, a high intake of sodium in the diet can cause hypertension, caused by high blood pressure. Not getting enough fat could be harmful to your health because it can interfere with hormone levels, skin health, nutrient absorption and satisfaction from meals (Calorie Secrets. 2018.). You need fat, but the good kind of fat. The unsaturated fats found in foods like nuts, avocado, olive oil and fish. Not consuming enough fat can lead to Hormone imbalances, as fats and cholesterols are some of the building blocks for the hormones in the body. If you don’t get enough of these building blocks, the body can’t make the appropriate amount of hormones (Calorie Secrets. 2018.). Fat is needed to absorb certain vitamins and minerals. If you don’t get enough from the diet, your absorption of these nutrients can be decreased (Calorie Secrets. 2018.). By examining graph 10, we can see that the carbohydrate intake of this item exceeds the maximum recommended amount by

As we examine graph 11 we can find that nutritional carbohydrate and protein content is only 2% higher than the maximum recommended amount. However there is a lack of fat and high amount of sodium. Dietary fats are an important nutritional component of a healthy eating pattern not only because they 're essential for providing our body with energy, building healthy cells, and regulating hormones, but also because fat is required for the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins that boost immunity and maintain bone, eye, and skin health (Eat This Not That. 2018.). When you eat less of one macronutrient (fats, carbs, and protein), you 'll have to make up for the calories somewhere else. Those who eat less fat end up eating more carbs. The combination of eating more carbs and less fat can make you feel hungry all the time (Eat This Not That. 2018.) Not only will you be hungry, but you’ll also be at risk with heart disease, your body can become chronically inflamed, higher risk of cancer, vitamin deficiencies, hormones levels and many more (Eat This Not That. 2018.). To avoid these if you are on a low-fat diet; make sure to get at least the minimum recommended fat intake of 20%. Not only this, don’t fill up on carbs or protein instead and make sure to take in as much good fats as possible. Looking at graph 11, fat falls behind the minimum recommended amount by