Table 3.
Average intake of nutrients per day for women across regions and season.
| Calories (kcal) | Protein (g) | Fats (g) | Iron (mg) | Zinc (mg) | Vitamin A (µg) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Recommended dietary allowance per day (RDA)** | 2,850 | 55 | 20 | 21 | 10 | 2,400 |
| April–May | 2,395.9 | 18.9 | 19.8 | 5.3 | 3.0 | 1,050 |
| June–July | 3,103.6 | 19.1 | 20.3 | 5.6 | 3.2 | 1,172 |
| August–September | 3,009.7 | 18.4 | 17.3 | 5.6 | 3.2 | 1,115 |
| October–November | 3,308.0 | 19.9 | 21.6 | 5.8 | 3.2 | 1,303 |
| December–January | 3,251.7 | 19.1 | 24.2 | 5.8 | 3.1 | 1,556.5 |
**Nutrient Requirements and Recommended Dietary Allowances for Indians, Indian Council of Medical Research, 2010