Martin is a healthy 22-year-old college student. He usually consumes about 2400 kcal per day. According to AMDR guidelines, his range of protein intake is _____kcal per day.

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The Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Range (AMDR) for protein is 10-35% of total daily calories. For Martin, who consumes about 2400 kcal per day, 10% of 2400 kcal is 240 kcal, and 35% of 2400 kcal is 840 kcal. Therefore, his range of protein intake according to AMDR guidelines is 240 to 840 kcal per day.

Martin Is a Healthy 22-Year-Old College Student