Here’s a breakdown of the day’s meals, which were heavily pizza-oriented but also included some sweets and protein-rich options.
- Breakfast: Elovena instant oatmeal (white chocolate & raspberry) and coffee
- Lunch: 2 slices of pizza, sausages, nuggets, potato salad, and coleslaw
- Dinner: 2 slices of pizza, sausages, nuggets, noodle salad, and pizza crust
- Dessert: A scoop of ice cream, fudge pieces, candies, and coffee
- Evening snack: Egg-based pizza (¼ of the pizza) with a 5-egg base, tuna, taco chicken, ham, pineapple, tomato, and mozzarella
Total Nutrition
- Energy: 2733 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 277 g
- Protein: 115 g
- Fat: 117 g
Comparison to Energy Expenditure
The estimated daily energy expenditure (PAV) was 2178 kcal. The intake was +555 kcal above maintenance, which is about +25%. Over time, this surplus can lead to weight gain.
Summary
- Pros: Protein intake was solid (115 g), supporting muscle mass and satiety.
- Cons: Fat intake was high (117 g), especially saturated fats from pizza and cheese. Carbohydrates came mainly from pizza, noodles, and sweets.
- Overall: The day’s intake was clearly in surplus, with energy dense foods dominating.