Compliance of 2012/13 Combat Ration Packs to the Recommended Nutritional Criteria

Abstract

DSTO has evaluated the nutrient content of 2012/13 Combat Ration One Man (CR1M), Patrol Ration One Man (PR1M) and Combat Ration Five Man (CR5M) against the Recommended Nutritional Criteria (RNC) for Combat Ration Packs (CRP). RNC ensure that soldiers are provided with their daily nutrient requirements when rationed on CRP. The evaluation was based primarily on analytical testing of samples of CRP components. The macronutrient and energy requirements generally met requirements. Compliance with the RNC for vitamins and minerals was better for CR1M and CR5M than for PR1M. The positive results for the 2012/13 CR1M in comparison to the 2008/09 CR1M, indicates that efforts to improve CRP have been effective.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Aug 01, 2014
Accession Number
ADA616391

Entities

People

  • Lan Bui
  • Ross Coad
  • Tracey Mclaughlin

Organizations

  • Defence Science and Technology Group

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Communities of Interest

  • Energy and Power Technologies
  • Human Systems

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Australia
  • Carbohydrates
  • Chocolate
  • Chromium
  • Food
  • Fortifications
  • Inclusions
  • Magnesium
  • Manganese
  • Meals
  • Physical Activity
  • Plant Exudates
  • Procurement
  • Special Forces
  • Test And Evaluation
  • Vegetables
  • Vitamin E

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