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  • 07-14-2008 3:28 PM
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    • DMHelmer
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    Carbohydrates

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    How many grams of Carbohydrates are required on a 1200 cal. a day diet. All packaging states the number of grams and I was wondering what a healthly amount is.

    Thanks diane 

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  • 07-15-2008 9:23 AM In reply to
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    Re: Carbohydrates

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    The recommended range is 50 to 65% of total daily calories (according to the Institute of Medicine, National Academy of Sciences Food & Nutrition Board).  The alli diet is based on 50% total daily calories; and 20% protein, 30% fat.  For 1,200 calories that would be about 150 grams per day.

    I hope this helps.

    Pat Baird, MA, RD, registered dietitian
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