Question

______of your diet should come from protein *
15%-20%
20%-30%
40%-55%
50%-60%

percentages on a nutrition label are based on a ______________calorie diet
2,000 calorie diet
3500 calorie diet
2200 calorie diet
1800 calorie diet

one pound of body fat is comprised on __________calories *
2000 calories
2500 calories
3000 calories
3500 calories

Explanation:

1. For protein intake: Standard dietary guidelines recommend 15-20% of daily calories from protein for most adults.
2. Nutrition labels: In most regions, the % Daily Value is standardized to a 2000-calorie reference diet.
3. Body fat calories: A pound of body fat is scientifically established to contain approximately 3500 calories.

Answer:

1. 15%-20%
2. 2,000 calorie diet
3. 3500 calories