Table 1 Moderate- and high-carbohydrate diets by protein source
Diet | Carbohydrate intake (% of energy) | Ratio of plant to animal protein |
|---|---|---|
Moderate-carbohydrate diet with plant protein | 50–60% | ≥ 1 |
Moderate-carbohydrate diet with animal protein | 50–60% | < 1 |
High-carbohydrate diet with plant protein | ≥ 70% | ≥ 1 |
High-carbohydrate diet with animal protein | ≥ 70% | < 1 |