Australian Defence Force Nutritional Requirements in the 21st Century (Version 1)
Abstract
This report addresses the determinants of military nutritional requirements-that is, the relevant variables that determine the types and quantities of foods necessary to support ADF training and operations-and the current state of knowledge about nutritional requirements. It also includes recommendations on nutritional standards for ADF rationing systems, and suggests areas of research that will help fill the gaps in our knowledge. Nutritional standards are recommended for fresh (i.e. in-barracks or garrison) feeding and for combat ration packs. These standards are based largely on the Nutrient Reference Values recommended by the National Health and Medical Research Council for Australia and New Zealand, but include specific Military Nutrient Reference Values for certain key nutrients.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- May 01, 2009
- Accession Number
- ADA502859
Entities
People
- Chris Forbes-ewan
Organizations
- Defence Science and Technology Group