The Highest Amount of a Nutrient That Can Be Consumed

question 87

Multiple Choice

The highest amount of a nutrient that can be consumed without harm in a similar age and group of individuals is the

• A)Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA).
• B)Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI).
• C)Tolerable Upper Intake Level (UL).
• D)Adequate Intake (AI).

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Definitions:

Foreign Invader

An external agent, often microscopic, that enters the body and can cause disease or trigger an immune response.

Lymphocyte

A type of white blood cell that plays a vital role in the immune system, helping the body fight infection and disease.

Collagen

A major structural protein found in skin, bones, tendons, and other connective tissues, crucial for tissue strength and elasticity.

Autonomic Nervous System

The part of the nervous system that controls involuntary actions and regulates physiological functions such as heart rate, digestion, and respiratory rate.