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Daily Fat Intake

Calculate recommended daily total and saturated fat intake from daily calorie targets

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Total Fat (30% of calories)
67 g/day
Acceptable Range (20-35%)
44-78 g/day
Saturated Fat (less than 10%)
under 22 g/day

General guidance for healthy adults (fat = 9 kcal/g). Total fat 20-35% of energy (IOM AMDR); saturated fat under 10% of energy (Dietary Guidelines for Americans; the American Heart Association suggests 5-6% for people needing to lower LDL cholesterol). Not medical advice; individual needs differ, so consult a doctor or registered dietitian.

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