What Are "Discretionary Calories

question 18

Multiple Choice

What are "discretionary calories?"

• A) Calories needed to maintain energy balance after meeting macronutrient needs
• B) Calories obtained from fat and alcohol after meeting micronutrient needs
• C) Energy (kcal) obtained from snacks but not meals
• D) Energy (kcal) obtained from alcohol and sugar

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