Final answer:
To compare your macronutrient ranges with the AMDR, you need to calculate the percentages of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats in your diet based on the grams consumed.
Step-by-step explanation:
Macronutrients are nutrients that the body needs in relatively large amounts, such as carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, and water. The acceptable macronutrient distribution range (AMDR) provides a guideline for the percentage of each macronutrient in your daily calorie intake. For example, it is recommended to limit fats to 30% or less of your total calories. To compare your macronutrient ranges with the AMDR, you need to calculate the percentages of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats in your diet based on the grams consumed.
To calculate the percentage of each macronutrient, divide the grams of each macronutrient by the total grams of food consumed, then multiply by 100. For example, if you consumed 100 grams of carbohydrates, 50 grams of proteins, and 30 grams of fats, and the total grams of food consumed was 500 grams, the percentages would be as follows:
- Carbohydrates: (100 grams / 500 grams) * 100 = 20%
- Proteins: (50 grams / 500 grams) * 100 = 10%
- Fats: (30 grams / 500 grams) * 100 = 6%
Compare these percentages with the AMDR to determine if your macronutrient ranges are within the recommended ranges.