Aperson's total fat intake should not exceed: 30 percent of their total calorie intake 60 percent of their total calorie intake 80 percent of their total calorie intake 50 percent of their total calorie intake

A person's total fat intake should not exceed 30 percent of their total calorie intake.

Fat is an essential macro-nutrient that helps hormone systems function smoothly, protects internal organs, provides energy for the body and helps the absorption of certain vitamins. Fat, as a macro-nutrient, contains more calories than protein or carbohydrates, contains nine calories per gram. Too much fat can lead to excessive calorie consumption and weight gain.