According to the Institute of Medicine’s Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Range, what percentage of an athlete’s total calories should come from carbohydrates?
A)35-55
B)20-35
C)60-85
D)45-65

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The Institute oMacronutrienRange recommends that carbohydrates should make up 45-65% of total calorie intake. This provides enough energy for bodily functions and physical activity while still leaving room for other macronutrients like protein and fat. Option D falls within this range and is therefore the best choice. The other options either fall outside of the recommended range or are too broad to give a specific percentage of carbohydrate intake.