Table 2.
Average | Range | AMDR | |
---|---|---|---|
Carbohydrate | 51% | 49%–56% | 45%–65% |
Total sugars | 21% | 19%–27% | None |
Added sugars (est) | 11% | 10%–14% | <25% |
AMDR based on Institute of Medicine Dietary Recommendation report (Canadian and US dietary guidelines) [10]. There is no dietary recommendation for total sugars or added sugars; the suggested maximum intake of added sugars is 25% of total energy. Abbreviations: AMDR = Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Range; est: estimate.