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What is the term used to describe the recommended daily nutrient intake level based on observed or experimentally determined approximations of nutrient intake by a group of healthy people?

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Answer: Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA)

Explanation: The RDAs provide standards to serve as a goal for good nutrition. Nowadays, the RDAs have come to serve other purposes which include

â–ªfor establishing standards for food assistance programs

â–ªplanning and procuring food supplies for population subgroups

â–ª for designing nutrition education programs

â–ªfor establishing guidelines for nutrition labelling of food

The recommended daily intake of each nutrient for an average adult is listed below. It is expected that an individual that wants to lead and live a healthy life should adopt this regimen.

Energy- 8,700 kilojoules

Protein- 50grams

Fat- 70 grams

Saturated fatty acids- 24 grams

Carbohydrates- 310 grams

Dietary fibre- 30 grams

Sodium- 2.3 grams

Sugar- 90 grams

However, it is important to note that an individual's intake may vary depending on their energy needs and lifestyle.

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