Dietary Protein Intake in the
U.S.
1. On average, what is the daily dietary protein intake of
Americans compared to the daily recommended dietary allowance
(inadequate, meet/achieve, excessive)?
2.
a. What factors contribute to causing American’s dietary intake
to be this way?
b. Consider factors related to health, agriculture, food
access/availability, socioeconomic status, etc.
3.
a. Are certain groups/populations at increased risk of consuming
an inadequate protein intake?
b. Consider reasons related to increased protein requirements,
poor access, ethical reasons,...