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Calculating Your Daily Fat Intake
Your daily fat "budget" is based on the amount of calories you consume. To determine your recommended caloric intake, multiply your body weight in pounds by 15 (if you are active) or by 13 (if sedentary). Then check the chart below to determine your recommended daily fat intake.
| Calorie Level |
Total Fat
(30 percent of calories) |
Saturated Fat
(less than 7 percent |
| 1,500 |
50g |
12g |
| 1,800 |
60g |
14g |
| 2,000 |
67g |
16g |
| 2,500 |
83g |
19g |
| 3,000 |
100g |
23g |
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