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The Institute of Medicine recommends a minimum of 130 grams of carbohydrates per day, which is the average minimal usage of glucose that the brain uses on a daily basis. You need 2,361 Calories/day to maintain your weight. You should take 252 (40%) - 472 (75%) grams of carbohydrate for your energy needs. (55% = 346 grams, 65% = 409 grams). You need 1,861 Calories/day to lose 0.5 kg per week. You should take 198 (40%) - 372 (75%) grams of carbohydrate for your energy needs. (55% = 273 grams, 65% = 323 grams). You need 1,361 Calories/day to lose 1 kg per week. You should take 145 (40%) - 272 (75%) grams of carbohydrate for your energy needs. (55% = 200 grams, 65% = 236 grams). You need 2,861 Calories/day to gain 0.5 kg per week. You should take 305 (40%) - 572 (75%) grams of carbohydrate for your energy needs.
How many carbs you need depends on your total calorie goal as well as your sport. For most athletes, 5 to 7 grams of carbohydrate per kilogram of weight daily is right for general training. However, endurance athletes may need up to 12 grams per kilogram.(1 pound equals 2.2 kilograms.).ow many carbs you need depends on your total calorie goal as well as your sport. For most athletes, 5 to 7 grams of carbohydrate per kilogram of weight daily is right for general training. However, endurance athletes may need up to 12 grams per kilogram. (1 pound equals 2.2 kilograms.).