Though ranges are helpful for fast estimations, they are not necessarily the best for YOU. Daily caloric intake for a teenager can be dependent on many different factors. Try to keep in mind variables such as your age, body composition (% lean body mass vs. % body fat), gender, genetics, and how active you are when reading the recommended table below. For example, if you are an intense athlete who participates in generally a cardiovascular sport, such as running, you would most likely need more calories than this tablesuggests. But, with all this said and kept in mind, here is a pretty reliable range for approximate daily caloric intake of the average teen:
Information Source: http://www.vitalhealthzone.com/nutrition/diets/recommended_calorie_intake.php
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