Human Nutrition 3(3+0)

Lesson 13 : Carbohydrates

Requirements

The body has a specific need for carbohydrate as a source of energy for the brain and other tissues for performing the physical activities. The carbohydrate calories should be about 60-70% in well balanced Indian diets.

Table: Carbohydrate calories as percent of total calories

Age group	CHO calories as % of total calories
Adults	50-70
Pregnant and lactating mothers	40-60
Infants (1-12 months)	40-50
Preschool children (1-5 years)	40-60
Older children and adolescents	50-70