the average amount of a nutrient that appears to be adequate for individuals when there is not sufficient scientific research to calculate an RDA
a less healthy component of the diet that is composed primarily of saturated fat
an individual's balance of daily calories that may be used for less nutrient-dense foods and food components
planning and selecting food choices to meet nutrient needs within energy needs
a range of intakes for a particular energy source that is associated with a reduced risk of chronic disease while providing adequate intakes of essential nutrients
the maximum amount of a nutrient that is unlikely to pose any risk of adverse health effects to most healthy people
making a point to choose a diverse selection of foods among and within the food groups
the amount of a nutrient that is estimated to meet the requirement for the nutrient in half of the people of a specific age and gender
characterizes a diet that provides all of the essential nutrients, fiber, and energy in amounts sufficient to maintain health
the average calorie intake that is predicted to maintain energy balance in a healthy adult of a defined gender, age, weight, height, and physical activity level
the minimum amount of a nutrient that will prevent the development of deficiency symptoms
the attribute of a diet that provides no unwanted constituent in excess
vitamins and minerals that protect other compounds
sweeteners added to a food during processing and preparation
nonnutritive substances in plants that possess health-protective benefits
a feature of a diet that provides a number of types of foods in harmony with one another
a set of reference values for energy and nutrients that can be used for planning and assessing diets for healthy people
lists of foods with portion sizes specified; foods on a single list are similar with respect to nutrient and calorie content and thus can be mixed and matched in the diet
the average daily amount of a nutrient that is sufficient to meet the nutrient needs of nearly all healthy individuals of a specific age and gender
