When planning a diet for a client who wants to lose weight, the nurse refers to the Dietary Reference Index for recommendations. According to the DRI, what amount of carbohydrates should the nurse instruct the client to consume each day?
a. 5-10% of total daily calories.
b. 10-35% of total daily calories.
c. 20-35% of total daily calories.
d. 45-65% of total daily calories.
d. 45-65% of total daily calories.
The DRI recommends that the daily caloric intake include about 45—65% of carbohydrates. Ten to 35% of daily nutrients should be from proteins, 20—35% from fat, and 5-10% from linoleic acid.
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