Which age group requires the highest caloric intake?
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According to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, the daily caloric intake for an active male aged 16 to 18 can be as high as 3,200 calories, significantly more than that of a sedentary adult. This disparity reveals that the age group requiring the highest caloric intake is not the most mature but rather adolescents and young adults experiencing rapid growth and often high activity levels.
