“My Rice Plate” an evidence-based model to lose excess body weight by Dr. Ranil Jayawardena Source: Newsletter of the College of General Dental Practitioners of Sri Lanka Dietary changes of Sri Lankans have drastically changed in the past two decades with the evolving urbanization, economic transition and technology growth. A study conducted presented that a considerable percentage of the adult population failed to follow the recommended dietary guidelines. Nearly 70% had exceeded the recommended starch intake, the daily intake of fruit (0.43 servings per day) and vegetable portions (1.73 servings per day) had dropped well below national recommendations, with only 3.5% of adults consuming the recommended five portions of fruits and vegetables per day. Sri Lankans obtain nearly 72% of their calorie requirement by carbohydrates (mainly refined), while only 10% of calories are derived from proteins which is not surprising for a country where our staple food is ...
Mar 26, 2020
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