Observation Paper
NFSC 360: Nutrition Through the Life Cycle
Skill area: Community Nutrition
Assignment Title: Observation Paper
What I learned: In this assignment, I really got to see what a child will intake on a daily basis at school. I learned the options that kids have at school lunches and I got to see what a kid chose and also how much of it he ate.
Reflection to assignment: Through this assignment, I realized the difficulties that go on in regards to childhood obesity. I got to see what a child was eating and I had to make modifications to the diet that I saw was fit. I realized that it is difficult to make substitutions that will be healthy, but also that a child will enjoy. I realized that many diseases related to obesity begin in childhood and I could make a difference in ensuring that children grow up healthy.
Relevance to the profession: As a dietitian, it is important to understand all aspects of nutrition. This assignment helped me focus on community nutrition. I got to see what is being served at schools in my community. This helped me realize where the starting point is and how I as a dietitian can make improvements.