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My Fats Translator
  • Updated:Thu, 7 Jul 2011 2:36:00 PM
 

Now that you know more about fats, are you wondering how to keep them in check? Here you can get recommendations designed specifically for you. This easy-to-use tool calculates your personalized:
  • daily calorie needs
  • recommended range for total fats
  • limits for bad fats: saturated and trans
Simply enter your information in the upper right.
 		  
 
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*Physical Activity Level:
Sedentary: Typical daily living activities (e.g., household tasks, walking to the bus) Low Active: Sedentary plus 30 to 60 minutes of moderate daily activity (e.g., brisk walking) Active: Low active plus at least 60 minutes of moderate daily activity (e.g., brisk walking) Very Active: Active plus an additional 60 minutes of vigorous activity (e.g., jogging, biking) or 120 minutes of moderate activity (e.g., brisk walking)
       



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