Table 1.
Mean macronutrient content in analyzed samples of meals by chemical analysis and food composition tables
| Macronutrient | Food composition tables | Chemical analysis | t-test | P. value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mean (SD) (g) | Mean (SD) (g) | |||
| Protein | 40.80 (4.35) | 35.0 (6.47) | 2.57 | 0.02 |
| Fats | 38.18 (6.32) | 34.99 (6.07) | 1.26 | 0.2 |
| Carbohydrates | 151.80 (13.45) | 133.93 (13.96) | 3.20 | 0.004 |
SD: Standard Deviation