Which of the following is defined as the maximum daily amount of a nutrient that appears safe for most people and beyond which there is an increased risk of adverse side effects?
A) EER
B) UL
C) AI
D) RDA
E) DRI

Question

Which of the following is defined as the maximum daily amount of a nutrient that appears safe for most people and beyond which there is an increased risk of adverse side effects? 
A) EER 
B) UL 
C) AI 
D) RDA 
E) DRI

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

UL (upper intake level) is defined as the maximum daily amount of a nutrient that appears safe for most people and beyond which there is an increased risk of adverse side effects. EER (estimated energy requirement) is the amount of daily energy needed for a healthy individual, AI (adequate intake) is the amount of a nutrient that is needed to maintain good health, and RDA (recommended dietary allowance) is the amount of a nutrient that is needed to meet the needs of nearly all healthy individuals in a specific age and gender group. DRI (dietary reference intake) is a collective term that encompasses all of these nutrient intake recommendations.

Which of the Following Is Defined as the Maximum Daily