Proteins, Fats & Carbohydrates

Question 1

Values of Total Energy Intake, in Macronutrients?

Answer 1

• Proteins = 10 - 15%
• Fats = 15 - 30%
• Carbohydrates = 55 - 75%

Question 2

What are the DAILY Protein Requirements for different Age Groups?

Answer 2

• 1 - 3 Years Old = 1.1g / Kg
• 3 - 14 Years Old = 0.95g / Kg
• 14 - 19 Years Old = 0.85 / Kg
• Adults = 0.8 / Kg

Question 3

How much energy do Proteins provide?

Answer 3

• 4 Kcal / g

Question 4

How much energy do FATS provide?

Answer 4

• 9 Kcal / g

Question 5

Recommended intake of DIETARY FATS, according to BULGARIA?

Answer 5

• 15 - 30% of TOTAL energy Intake
• UNDER 10% for SATURATED FAs
• 6 - 10% for POLYUNSATURATED FAs
• UNDER 300mg / day for CHOLESTEROL

Question 6

How much energy do CARBS provide?

Answer 6

• 4 Kcal

Question 7

What’s the recommended DAILY INTAKE, for DIETARY FIBRE?

Answer 7

• MORE THAN 25g / Day