Adam's usual caloric intake is 2200 kcal per day. According to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, added sugars should contribute less than 10% of a person's total energy intake. Therefore, he should limit his added sugar intake to less than ____ kcal per day.

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First, we need to calculate 10% of Adam's total energy intake, which is 220 kcal (2200 kcal x 0.1). This is the maximum recommended amount of added sugars he should consume in a day. Therefore, his added sugar intake should be less than 220 kcal per day, which corresponds to choice C.

Adam's Usual Caloric Intake Is 2200 Kcal Per Day