* That rather depends on whose book you buy and whether you are trying to lose weight or not. If you are NOT trying to lose weight, it depends on your activity level. It also depends on the quality of the carbohydrates. I think the USDA has finally produced a food pyramid that makes pretty good sense, and a website that will help you with that calculation. * If you ARE trying to lose weight, 20 - 50 grams are recommended depending on your level of activity. Certain types of carbohydrate have many beneficial phytochemicals and fiber so eating some (within the allowance) is fine as long as they are not refined (processed) carbohydrates. For weight loss and health, get your carbohydrates from natural sources such as (preferably organic) fresh non-starchy vegetables and low-carb fruits such as berries. For more information, see the related question and answer, further down this page, listed under "Related Questions."
Please be aware this advice comes from a bunch of politicians, and as people have started to follow their advice, has led to soaring rates of obesity, Diabetes, Heart disease etc. and has no real base in science.
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Because carbohydrates aren't essential to the body there is no need to intake carbohydrates. Therefore there is no amount of carbohydrates teens should consume.
You should eat about 200 carbs a day.
200 to 400 jk a day
At least 10 carbs a day
A 6th grade should consume approximately 1,500 per day. He or she should also eat between 45 and 60 grams of carbohydrates a day.
Do not go over 150 carbs.
30 to 50 grams of carbohydrates per day is considered as low carbohydrate diet.
I am trying to loose weight how many carbs should I limit myself to daily?
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