Maria usually consumes about 2000 kcal/day.On average,her fat intake is approximately 90 g/day.Based on this information,which of the following statements describes Maria's diet?

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To determine if Maria's fat intake is within the AMDR (acceptable macronutrient distribution range), we need to calculate the percentage of her total daily calories that comes from fat.

1 gram of fat contains 9 calories, so 90 g of fat is equivalent to 810 calories from fat (90 g x 9 calories/g = 810 calories).

If Maria consumes 2000 calories per day, then the percentage of her calories that come from fat is:

(810 calories from fat / 2000 total calories) x 100% = 40.5%

The AMDR for fat is 20-35% of total calories, so Maria's fat intake is higher than the recommended range. Therefore, answer B is correct.

Answer A is incorrect because the AI (Adequate Intake) is a minimum recommendation for fat intake, not a maximum.

Answer C is incorrect because there is no RDA (Recommended Dietary Allowance) for lipids.

Answer D is incorrect because we cannot determine if Maria's fat intake is sufficient for good health based only on her daily fat and calorie intake. Other factors such as the type of fat she consumes and her overall nutrient intake also play a role in determining good health.

Maria Usually Consumes About 2000 Kcal/day