For a 2,000 kcal/day diet, how many grams (g) of carbohydrates are recommended according to the Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Range?

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The Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Range (AMDR) for carbohydrates is 45-65% of total daily calories. For a 2,000 kcal/day diet, this translates to 900-1300 kcal/day from carbohydrates. Since carbohydrates provide 4 kcal/g, this is equivalent to 225-325 g/day.

For a 2,000 Kcal/day Diet, How Many Grams (G) of Carbohydrates