Wednesday, April 30, 2008

Recommended Daily Intake

For calories:
2200 for female teenagers (13-18)
2500-3000 for male teenagers (13-18)

For macro-nutrients:
Protein:
- A healthy active 15 year-old female needs about 87 grams per day
- A healthy active 15 year-old male needs about 109 grams per day
Carbohydrates:
- A healthy active 15 year-old female needs about 320 grams per day
- A healthy active 15 year-old male needs about 399 grams per day
Fats:
- A healthy active 15 year-old female needs about 70 grams per day
- A healthy active 15 year-old male needs about 90 grams per day

click on this link to calculate your recommended daily intake

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