Nutrition Guidelines Chapter 4

Study Notes

Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA)

Represents the average daily intake sufficient for 97%-98% of healthy individuals.
Established to meet nutrient requirements based on population data.

Dietary Reference Intake (DRI)

An umbrella term encompassing four reference values:
- Estimated Average Requirement (EAR)
- Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA)
- Adequate Intake (AI)
- Tolerable Upper Intake Level (UL)

Estimated Average Requirement (EAR)

The mean intake level of a nutrient needed for a specific group.
Serves as a basis for RDA and AI calculations.

Adequate Intake (AI)

Represents average daily intake based on observed or experimentally determined data when RDA cannot be established.
Assumed adequate for apparently healthy individuals.

Upper Level (UL)

Defines the highest average daily nutrient intake likely to pose no risk of adverse health effects for nearly all individuals in the population.

Dietary Guidelines For Americans

Utilized by policymakers for Federal food, nutrition, and health policies.
Forms the foundation for public nutrition education materials and components of food programs from HHS and USDA.

Portion Size

Refers to the amount of food indicated on nutrition labels.
Guides recommended food intake for balanced nutrition.

Solid Fats and Added Sugars (soFAS)

Also known as "empty calories," constituting roughly 35% of average Americans' daily caloric intake.
Excessive consumption of these can displace nutrient-rich foods from the diet.

MyPlate

The current nutrition guide from the USDA, designed as a visual representation of food groups.
Replaced the USDA’s MyPyramid on June 2, 2011, to simplify dietary guidance.

Daily Values (DV)

Information provided on nutrition labels that indicates the daily nutrient requirements met by a serving.
A percentage of 5% or less is considered low, while higher percentages indicate greater contribution to daily needs.

Nutrient Density

Evaluates the proportion of nutrients provided by foods relative to their calorie content.
Terms like "nutrient-rich" and "micronutrient dense" describe foods high in essential nutrients.

Food Diary

A daily log of food and beverage consumption, used for tracking calorie intake and recognizing eating patterns.
Helps individuals monitor dietary habits and make informed nutrition choices.

Exchange List for Meal Planning

A system dividing foods into six categories: starch, fruit, milk, fat, vegetable, and meat.
Each group maintains similar calorie, protein, carbohydrate, and fat content per serving for balanced meal planning.

Description

This quiz focuses on Chapter 4 of nutrition guidelines, specifically addressing key terms like RDA and DRI. Explore important concepts related to dietary allowances and reference intakes that support health. Perfect for students studying nutrition.