Question

multiple choice question
the general dietary protein recommendation for athletes is to consume about ______ of your daily energy intake from protein.

○ 5%
○ 10%
○ 15%
○ 20%

Explanation:

In sports nutrition, the general dietary protein recommendation for athletes (to support muscle repair, growth, and overall performance) is typically around 15 - 20% of daily energy intake, but among the given options, 15% is a widely recognized general recommendation for athletes' protein energy intake (while non - athletes have around 10 - 15%, and athletes often aim a bit higher but 15% is a common general recommendation in many guidelines). The 5% is too low, 10% is more for non - athletes in general, and 20% might be for more specific high - intensity or strength - focused athletic needs but not the general recommendation.

Answer:

C. 15% (assuming the options are labeled A. 5%, B. 10%, C. 15%, D. 20%)