What is the recommended carbohydrate percentage range in the macronutrient distribution?

• A. 25-35%
• B. 55-65%
• C. 10-15%
• D. 70-80%

Answer: (B)

Carbohydrates are a major energy source, so the macronutrient distribution assigns a large share of total energy to carbs. The commonly recommended range is about 55-65% of daily energy from carbohydrates, which fits well within the broader AMDR for carbs and helps maintain glycogen stores for exercise. The other options sit outside this typical balance: 25-35% underrepresents carbs and overemphasizes fats; 10-15% is too low for most activity levels; 70-80% is excessive for carbs and would leave insufficient fats and proteins. So 55-65% best reflects how carbs are typically allocated.