Assessment of Dietary Intake Based on Plate Waste Surveys in Correctional Facilities

Key Points

• The aim is to assess the dietary intake of inmates by evaluating plate waste from meals served in correctional facilities.
• Conducted plate waste surveys in correctional facilities to measure leftover food and assess dietary intake.
• Analyzed data to estimate actual food consumption based on collected waste samples.
• Identified significant amounts of food waste, indicating low consumption rates among inmates.
• Found variability in food preferences and dietary patterns, suggesting room for improvement in meal planning.