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Question
18 Apr 2006
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daily calorie intake for children
could you please let me know what the daily intake for children ages 9 & 11 should be
DietDoc
Dear Thereza
According to the USA recommendations children of both sexes aged 9 would need 2000 cal a day. Girls of 11 would require 2200 cal and boys of 11 need 2500 cal a day.
Best regards
DietDoc
According to the USA recommendations children of both sexes aged 9 would need 2000 cal a day. Girls of 11 would require 2200 cal and boys of 11 need 2500 cal a day.
Best regards
DietDoc
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