Situation analysis on nutrients intake in residents' dietary in Changning District of Shanghai in 2012

ObjectiveTo ascertain the energy and main nutrients intake among residents in Changning District of Shanghai.

MethodsA stratified multistage random survey was conducted among 72 families to collect their ADI (acceptable daily intake) of nutrients through 3 d 24 h dietary recall and family condiment weigh surveys in comparison with recommended ADI.

ResultsA total of 148 persons were included, of whom males were 75 and females 73. Every standard person daily vitamin B₁, B₂, A and calcium intake was relatively low. Calcium intake for 85.81% of persons was lower than EAR. Vitamin A intake for 62.84% of persons was lower than EAR. Vitamin B₁ intake for 77.70% of persons was lower than EAR. Vitamin B₂ intake for 73.65% of persons was lower than EAR. In various age groups, except for women aged 18-49, contribution rate of fat in total energy exceeded recommended ADI.

ConclusionEnergy and main nutrients intake basically meet the needs of residents in Changning District of Shanghai. But some nutrients were still deficient severely. The source of energy nutrients was not well-balanced. More intake is recommended of milk and dairy product, soybean and bean product, vegetables and fruit.