Consumers who take vitamin/mineral supplements should be aware that excessive intakes could pose hazards, and should refer to the _____ values of the Dietary Reference Intakes.
A)Adequate Intake
B)Estimated Average Requirement
C)Recommended Dietary Allowance
D)Tolerable Upper Intake Level
E)Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Ranges

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The Tolerable Upper Intake Level (UL) is the highest level of daily nutrient intake that is likely to pose no risk of adverse health effects to almost all individuals. Therefore, it is the most relevant value for consumers to refer to in order to avoid excessive intake and potential hazards. The other options (A, B, C, and E) are important values for nutrient intake, but not specifically for avoiding excessive intake.

Consumers Who Take Vitamin/mineral Supplements Should Be Aware That Excessive