Macro partitioning
In the Iranian adult population, total fat intake (38.3% of energy in adults, 35.88% in the elderly) significantly exceeds the Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Range (AMDR) of 20-30%, with 55.77% of women and 43.53% of men consuming fat above this limit.
Check your fat intake. In this population, more than half of women and nearly half of men eat too much fat (over 30% of calories). Focus on reducing added fats and high-fat ingredients to align with health guidelines, as this is a major contributor to chronic disease risk.
The percentage of above AMDR (20–30%) intake of total fat was significantly higher in women (55.77% vs. 43.53%, p = 0.001).
Why this rating
Large cross-sectional survey (n=1695) with validated FFQ, though self-reported dietary data is subject to reporting bias.
Source
Dietary intakes in relation to nutrition recommendations and dietary quality in an Iranian adult population: the results of the Food and Nutrition Surveillance (FNS)
Najmeh Seifi et al. · Journal of Health Population and Nutrition · 2025
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