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Food Energy Calculator

According to the Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Range (AMDR) the recommended average intake for adults ...

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According to the Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Range (AMDR) the recommended average intake for adults is (as a percentage of calories):

max 30 % fat (20-35 %)
55 % carbohydrate (45-65 %)
15 % protein (10-35 %)

The AMDR is the range associated with reduced risk for chronic diseases, while providing essential nutrients like vitamins and minerals. People whose diet is outside the AMDR have the potential of increasing their risk of developing a disease of nutritional deficiency.

With Food Energy Calculator you can find the percentage of energy from fat, carbohydrates and protein in articles of food. Type in the the values per 100 gram of at least one of the components and choose between calories or kilojoules depending on your country. You can find these values on the food declaration.

Size

9.3 MB

Last update

Sept. 5, 2013

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