When reviewing a patient's dietary intake,the nurse recommends that sugar consumption be reduced to the recommended daily level.What is this level?
A)No more than 24% of total daily kilocalories
B)No more than 16% of total daily kilocalories
C)No more than 8% of total daily kilocalories
D)No more than 4% of total daily kilocalories

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DRIs relating to carbohydrates indicate that 45% to 65% of an adult's total calorie intake should be in the form of carbohydrates and that added sugars should be limited to no more than 8% (approximately 40 g)of the total number of calories consumed daily.

When Reviewing a Patient's Dietary Intake,the Nurse Recommends That Sugar