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Energy needs change with age

The amount of energy you need to get from food each day changes as you grow.

Age

Energy Needed

Under 1 year old 3.4 MJ
1 - 3 years old 5.7 MJ
4 - 6 years old 7.6 MJ
7 - 9 years old 9.2 MJ

Above the age of ten, how much energy you need also depends on your sex.

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