The Nutrient-Based Reference Value That Is Defined as Dietary Energy

question 13

Multiple Choice

The nutrient-based reference value that is defined as dietary energy intake predicted to maintain energy balance in healthy individuals of a defined age, gender, and weight is the:

• A) acceptable macronutrient distribution ranges (AMDR).
• B) estimated energy requirement (EER).
• C) recommended daily allowance (RDA).
• D) estimated average requirement (EAR).

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