# MACRONUTRIENT

## MACRONUTRIENT REQUIREMENTS FOR BABIES

The composition of breast milk is a great starting point for our understanding of kids’ macronutrient needs. The macronutrient ratio of human breast milk is quite variable, and may even change based on a baby’s specific needs.

### BREAST MILK RATIO

- Carbohydrates — 57% to 70%.
- Fat — 28% to 39%.
- Protein — 7% to 10%.

The USDA used this information to establish a baby’s macronutrient guidelines:

|                        | AGE                    | RECOMMENDED DIETARY ALLOWANCE          |
|------------------------|-----------------------|----------------------------------------|
| PROTEIN                | 0 - TO 6 MONTHS<br>7 TO 12 MONTHS | 9.1 GRAMS PER DAY<br>11 GRAMS PER DAY |
| CARBS                  | 0 - TO 6 MONTHS<br>7 TO 12 MONTHS | 60 GRAMS PER DAY<br>95 GRAMS PER DAY  |
| FAT                    | 0 - TO 6 MONTHS<br>7 TO 12 MONTHS | 31 GRAMS PER DAY<br>30 GRAMS PER DAY  |

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