Individuals participating in a non-medically based supervised weight loss program should reduce their caloric intake by _____ kilocalories per day, and reduce their dietary fat intake to less than _____ percent of their total caloric intake.

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A reduction of 500 to 1000 kilocalories per day is a safe and reasonable amount for gradual weight loss. Reducing dietary fat intake to less than 30% of total caloric intake is also recommended for weight loss and overall health. B, C, and D options suggest a higher reduction in calories or a higher percentage of fat intake, which may not be sustainable or healthy in the long term.

Individuals Participating in a Non-Medically Based Supervised Weight Loss Program