Which age group requires the highest percentage of dietary fat intake?

a. Infants and children up to 2 years of age
b. Children between 2 and 10 years of age
c. Adolescents
d. Older adults


A
Before 2 years of age, fat intake may reach 35% to 40% of calories. Children between 2 and 10 require 25% to 35% of calories. Adolescents require 25% to 35% of calories. Older adults require 25% to 35% of calories.

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