The three illustrations present the average proportion of sodium, saturated fat and added sugar in an american breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks respectively. All of the aforementioned nutrients can be detrimental if consumed excessively.
Overall, sodium, as well as saturated fat is consumed most in the evenings, during dinner. On the other hand, an American’s consumption of added sugars peaks when snacking.
The variety of aliments intaken during various parts of the day differs greatly between added sugar and the remaining two types of food. Dinner includes the highest amount of sodium and saturated fat, 43% and 37% respectively, while the intake of added sugars surges during snacks at 42% of the daily intake. Conversely, their snacks contribute to 14% of their daily sodium and 21% of saturated fatty foods.
Furthermore, it is during lunch that a US native consumes the second highest amount of sodium and saturated fat. Conversely, this amount of added sugars is eaten during dinner. Concerning the american breakfast, it comprises 16% of the daily intake for added sugar as well as saturated fat. Additionally, it includes a 14% of the day’s sodium portions.