Nutrition Intro Flashcards
1
Q
What does the Estimated Average Requirement calculate?
A
Estimates amt of nutrient to meet needs of 50% of the population
2
Q
What does the Recommended Dietary Allowance calculate?
A
Estimates amt of nutrient to meet needs of 97% of the population
3
Q
What does the Tolerable Upper Intake Level (UL) calculate?
A
Amt below which there is little chance of adverse health effect
(Highest amt of nutrient that will not cause toxicity symptoms in majority of healthy people)
4
Q
The AMDRs refers to the Acceptable Macronutrients Distribution Ranges for carbs, fat, and protein. What is the percentage/range of these macronutrients?
A
Carbs: 45-65%
Fat: 20-35%
Protein: 10-35%
