How many calories do I need? 4) Distributing the calories
Posted 07-21-2010 at 08:40 AM by DocSanae
Of the foods that you eat, carbohydrates, proteins and fat are the major nutrients, called macronutrients, and the source of the calories you burn. The recommended dietary calorie distribution is:
Carbohydrates: 50-60<% (No less than 130g because of the brain/central nervous system requirements)
Protein: 20-25% (At least 0.36g/lb/day)
The remainder through fat, but preferably less than 30-35g
Incidentally, protein is for building your body, carbs are for running your body, and fat acts as lubricants in the chemical functions going on in your body to keep you alive.
Don't forget that you need a slew of vitamins and minerals including trace minerals as well to keep your body healthy.
Carbohydrates: 50-60<% (No less than 130g because of the brain/central nervous system requirements)
Protein: 20-25% (At least 0.36g/lb/day)
The remainder through fat, but preferably less than 30-35g
Incidentally, protein is for building your body, carbs are for running your body, and fat acts as lubricants in the chemical functions going on in your body to keep you alive.
Don't forget that you need a slew of vitamins and minerals including trace minerals as well to keep your body healthy.
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