Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find nutrition information about the foods served in the residential dining centers?
Visit the NetNutrition® nutrient calculator. For items that are
ingredients and condiments that are available everyday, choose Everyday Selections.
Unfortunately, NetNutrition does not store nutritional information for our featured national brands. If you are interested in learning more, we invite you to visit the nutrition areas of their Web sites, which are listed below:
1. Pick the dining location you plan to visit.
2. Choose the date and meal. This selection allows you to view the various menu categories being served. "Everyday Selections" provides a listing of items that are seen often in your dining location.
3. Choose the category, then select menu item(s) you want analyzed.
4. If you have allergies or food intolerances, use the ¨Filters¨ at the bottom of the Category listing.
How are values calculated in NetNutrition?
Nutrition analysis is based on a 2000 calorie diet. All information is approximate. Information is based on ingredient labels, USDA information and standardized recipes. Can I look up items that were served yesterday?
Menus are posted three days prior and seven days from the current date for most of the residential and retail operations on campus. How can I figure portion sizes?
Use the following as a guide for judging portion sizes:
What kind of oil is used for frying foods?
Our liquid frying shortening is 100% Canola oil that is trans fat free. Chick-Fil-A items are prepared with peanut oil. I'm a vegetarian. What can I eat?
In NetNutrition®, select and apply filters for Poultry, Pork, and Beef for Ovo-Lacto vegetarians. Add and apply Egg, Milk and Honey filters if you desire Vegan alternatives. In recipe names, (V) indicates a vegetarian option and (Vg) indicates a vegan alternative.
In NetNutrition®, select and apply allergen filters (located at the bottom of the menu list). Menu items that contain the allergen you selected will be excluded from the list on screen. Example: If the Milk allergen is selected, then only items free of milk will be shown.
Manufacturers sometimes change product formulations without notice. Due to a recent vendor change, many of our products of have changed. Nutritional and allergen updates are in progress. We encourage you to talk with your dining manager if you have severe allergies.
What if I am trying to eat healthier?
Look for the "BB" (Better Bites) designation on the menu listings. These entrees contain fewer than 600 calories, 24 grams of fat and low amounts of sodium. Better Bites side dishes contain fewer than 200 calories, 7 grams of fat and low amounts of sodium. These healthier options meet the dietary guidelines of the American Heart Association. What types of ingredients are used in Pulse recipes?
Standard Pulse recipes use 2% milk and regular syrups. Save about 40 calories and 4 fat grams by requesting skim milk for a medium drink. Save 100 calories per ounce of regular syrup by requesting sugar free syrup. Drop the whip cream to save 15 calories and 1 gram fat. Who do I contact if I have questions regarding NetNutrition®?
Contact Whitney Onasch at 785.864.3508 or wonasch@ku.edu.
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