Which Macronutrient Distributions Is Consistent with the Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution

question 65

Multiple Choice

Which macronutrient distributions is consistent with the Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Ranges set by the Food and Nutrition Board of the National Academies?

• A) 40% of daily calories as protein, 40% of daily calories as carbohydrate, 20% of daily calories as fat
• B) 30% of daily calories as protein, 35% of daily calories as carbohydrate, 35% of daily calories as fat
• C) 10% of daily calories as protein, 65% of daily calories as carbohydrate, 25% of daily calories as fat
• D) 15% of daily calories as protein, 45% of daily calories as carbohydrate, 40% of daily calories as fat

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