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What amount is the maximum daily intake of food?

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This is variable: Depending on each individual's body's capacity and the type(s) of food being eaten. Some people are able to eat more than others. Remember this, there is no reason for a person to be eating anywhere near their maximal capacity ... this by definition would be overeating.

Answered 4/10/2015

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What amount is the maximum daily intake of food?

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