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What is the Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Range (AMDR) for protein intake?
The Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) meets the daily nutrient needs of 50% of the population.
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What does EER stand for in the context of dietary reference intakes?
Estimated Energy Requirement
The recommended percentage of total daily calories from carbohydrates is _____%
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Match the following dietary reference terms with their definitions:
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Study Notes
Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Range (AMDR)
- Defines recommended percentages of total daily calories for macronutrients to reduce disease risk and allow dietary flexibility.
- Protein intake should comprise 10–35% of daily calories.
- Carbohydrate intake should account for 45–65% of daily calories.
- Fat intake should be within the range of 20–35% of daily calories.
- The distribution is based on overall consumption patterns rather than individual meals.
Dietary Reference Intakes (DRIs)
- DRIs are guidelines for nutrient intake levels necessary for maintaining good health.
- Estimated Average Requirement (EAR) fulfills the needs of only half the population.
- Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) meets the nutritional needs of 97% of individuals for a specific nutrient.
- Upper Intake Level (UL) indicates the maximum daily amount of nutrients that is unlikely to cause adverse effects.
- Adequate Intake (AI) represents an average intake level when data is insufficient to establish a recommended amount, such as in the case of breast milk for infants.
- Not all nutrients have a defined UL.
Estimated Energy Requirement (EER)
- EER estimates average energy intake needed to maintain weight in healthy individuals.
- Calculations for EER consider factors such as age, gender, height, weight, and physical activity levels.
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Description
This quiz covers the Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Ranges (AMDR) and the Dietary Reference Intakes (DRIs) that provide guidelines for protein, carbohydrate, and fat intake. Understanding these guidelines is essential for promoting health and reducing disease risk through diet. Test your knowledge about daily calorie distribution and overall dietary patterns.
