If a woman’s estimated energy requirement (maintenance) is 2,000 kcal/day, what should her target total daily energy intake be during the first six months of exclusive breastfeeding, and what is the recommended total daily fluid intake in liters?

• A. Approximately 2000 kcal/day for energy (no extra calories needed) and about 4.5 liters/day of fluids.
• B. Approximately 2700 kcal/day for energy and about 1.5 liters/day of fluids.
• C. Approximately 2330 kcal/day for energy and about 3.8 liters/day of fluids.
• D. Approximately 2400 kcal/day for energy and about 2.5 liters/day of fluids.

Answer: (C)