BIOMOLECULES AND ENZYMES

BIOLOGY

CARBOHYDRATES

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Depending on diet and activity level people’s carb intake will vary. Either way it is still recommended that what percent of a person’s diet should be made from carbs?
A
20-30%
B
45-65
C
10-40%
D
50%
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend that carbohydrates make up 45% to 65% of total daily calories. So if you get 2, 000 calories a day, between 900 and 1, 300 calories should be from carbohydrates. That translates to between 225 and 325 grams of carbs a day.

Detailed explanation-2: -As a guideline for endurance athletes, roughly 60–70 percent of calories should come from carbohydrates, 10–15 percent protein and 20–30 percent from fat. You should consume a well-balanced diet containing carbohydrates, protein and fat during training periods.

Detailed explanation-3: -Very low-carbohydrate (less than 10% carbohydrates) or 20 to 50 gm/day. Low-carbohydrate (less than 26% carbohydrates) or less than 130 gm/day. Moderate-carbohydrate (26% to 44%) High-carbohydrate (45% or greater)

Detailed explanation-4: -Determine the number of grams of carbs you need each day by calculating 45 to 65 percent of your total calorie intake, and dividing by 4. For example, if you eat a 2, 000-calorie diet, shoot for 225 to 325 grams of carbs per day; and if you eat 2, 500 calories a day, aim for 281 to 406 grams of carbs.

Detailed explanation-5: -For people who are physically active or want to maintain their weight, a range of 100–150 grams of carbs per day may have benefits. For those aiming to lose weight quickly, going under 50 grams per day under the guidance of a healthcare provider may help.

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