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Match Each Nutrition Term with the Appropriate Definition

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Match each nutrition term with the appropriate definition.

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The dietary energy intake level that is predicted to maintain energy balance in a healthy adult of a defined age, gender, weight, and physical activity level consistent with good health.
A set of values that are used as guides for nutrient intakes when scientific evidence is insufficient to determine RDA.
A set of values reflecting the highest average daily nutrient intake levels that are likely to pose no risk of toxicity to almost all healthy individuals in a particular life stage and gender group.
A set of values reflecting the average daily amounts of nutrients considered adequate to meet the known nutrient needs of practically all healthy people in a particular life stage and gender group; a goal for dietary intake by individuals.
The average daily nutrient intake levels estimated to meet the requirements of half of the healthy individuals in a given age and gender group.
Ranges of intakes for the energy-yielding nutrients that provide adequate energy and nutrients and reduce the risk of chronic disease.
The lowest continuing intake of a nutrient that will maintain a specified criterion of adequacy.
In regard to nutrient intake, the amount below which almost all healthy people can be expected, over time, to experience deficiency symptoms.
A set of values for the dietary nutrient intakes of healthy people in the United States and Canada.

Correct Answer:

The dietary energy intake level that is predicted to maintain energy balance in a healthy adult of a defined age, gender, weight, and physical activity level consistent with good health.
A set of values that are used as guides for nutrient intakes when scientific evidence is insufficient to determine RDA.
A set of values reflecting the highest average daily nutrient intake levels that are likely to pose no risk of toxicity to almost all healthy individuals in a particular life stage and gender group.
A set of values reflecting the average daily amounts of nutrients considered adequate to meet the known nutrient needs of practically all healthy people in a particular life stage and gender group; a goal for dietary intake by individuals.
The average daily nutrient intake levels estimated to meet the requirements of half of the healthy individuals in a given age and gender group.
Ranges of intakes for the energy-yielding nutrients that provide adequate energy and nutrients and reduce the risk of chronic disease.
The lowest continuing intake of a nutrient that will maintain a specified criterion of adequacy.
In regard to nutrient intake, the amount below which almost all healthy people can be expected, over time, to experience deficiency symptoms.
A set of values for the dietary nutrient intakes of healthy people in the United States and Canada.
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