Nutrient Intake of Wildland Firefighters During Arduous Wildfire Suppression: Macronutrient and Micronutrient Consumption

Overview

Journal J Occup Environ Med

Specialty Environmental Health

Date 2021 Oct 15

PMID 34654035

Authors

Samantha J Brooks

Molly R West

Joseph W Domitrovich

Joseph A Sol

Heidi Holubetz

Cassandra Partridge

Brent C Ruby

Ann F Brown

Annie J Roe

Affiliations

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Abstract

Objective: Determine the nutrient content of food and drink provided to and consumed by WLFFs under the NMFS contract.

Methods: Individual (n = 122) dietary provisions and consumption was recorded during 1 workday. Nutritional analysis of items provided was compared with consumption and the recommended dietary allowance (RDA).

Results: WLFFs consumed significantly (P < 0.05) fewer macronutrients than provided for calories, protein, and fat. Provided and consumed micronutrients were below the RDA for vitamins D and E, magnesium, and manganese.

Conclusion: Most dietary recommendations were met by NMFS provisions. Next steps include WLFF nutrition education to improve consumption and contract revisions to meet micronutrient recommendations.

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