1953 年 11 巻 1 号 p. 13-18
The food intake and time distribution of daily works of 51 policemen were surveyed on june 1951, in Tokyo to. They fell into several groups which differed with respect to their works or residences. Their average daily food intake during 3 days, together with the time for their daily works, were investigated.
According to the results, it is considered that their average daily intake of nutrients is adequate except with respect to vitamins and calcium, as compared with the recommended dietary allowance. The nutrient intake of policemen on 1st duty is generally better than those of the policemen on other duties. It is further considered that the policemen in dormitories tend to eat diets worse than at homes.
From the results of the study of their time for works in a day, it is estimated that the average amount of energy expenditure is about 2400-2500 calories on duty days, and adout 1800-2000 calories on off-duty days, and they have only a short time for their own culture and amusement.