Which of the following macronutrient distributions is consistent with the Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Ranges set by the Institute of Medicine and adopted by Health Canada?
A) 40 percent of daily calories as protein, 40 percent of daily calories as carbohydrate, 20 percent of daily calories as fat
B) 30 percent of daily calories as protein, 35 percent of daily calories as carbohydrate, 35 percent of daily calories as fat
C) 10 percent of daily calories as protein, 65 percent of daily calories as carbohydrate, 25 percent of daily calories as fat
D) 15 percent of daily calories as protein, 45 percent of daily calories as carbohydrate, 40 percent of daily calories as fat

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The Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Ranges (AMDR) set by the Institute of Medicine, which are adopted by Health Canada, recommend that 10-35% of daily calories come from protein, 45-65% from carbohydrates, and 20-35% from fats. Option C (10% protein, 65% carbohydrate, 25% fat) falls within these recommended ranges.

Which of the Following Macronutrient Distributions Is Consistent with the Acceptable