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In this activity, you'll create a one-week meal plan (three meals per day) of 2,000 calories that provides approximately 60 percent of its calories in
complex carbohydrates and 28 grams of fiber per day. In your calculations, consider that carbohydrates and protein supply 4 calories per gram of
food, while fats provide 9 calories in each gram. Include portion sizes in your answer.

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(Answers may vary, but should include specific food measurements.)

Each day’s meal should contain about 2 cups of fresh fruit, 2.5 cups of vegetables, 6 ounces of grains (including 3 ounces of whole grains), 5.5 ounces of protein, 3 cups of dairy, and 27 grams of fat. This diet will provide approximately 2,000 calories per day.

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