Question

multiple choice question
the intake of refined sugars and starches should be kept to less than ______ of total calorie intake.
○ 10%
○ 12%
○ 14%
○ 16%

Explanation:

In nutritional guidelines, the intake of refined sugars and starches is recommended to be less than 10% of total calorie intake for a healthy diet. This is a standard recommendation in nutrition (a subfield of Medicine and Health, part of Natural Science) to manage energy balance and reduce health risks associated with excessive refined carbohydrate intake.

Answer:

A. 10%