Susan is a healthy, 25-year-old female who participates in a small amount of exercise weekly. She calculates that she consumes an average 15% of her total energy from a combination of plant and animal protein sources. Susan should:

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The recommended dietary allowance (RDA) for protein for most adults is 0.8 grams per kilogram of body weight per day, which typically falls within 10-35% of total energy intake. Since Susan consumes 15% of her total energy from protein, which is within the recommended range, she should maintain her protein intake.

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