A nutrition scientist wants to develop a nutritionally complete formula diet for adults who are healthy but need to avoid solid food for awhile.Based on this information,she is likely to refer to _____ when developing the new formula.
A)MyPlate
B)Dietary Guidelines
C)Exchange lists
D)DRIs

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DRIs (Dietary Reference Intakes) are a set of reference values for nutrient intake levels that are used to assess and plan diets for healthy individuals. They provide guidance for the amounts of nutrients such as vitamins, minerals, and macronutrients (carbohydrates, fats, and proteins) needed to maintain health and prevent chronic diseases. Therefore, the nutrition scientist would refer to DRIs to ensure that the formula diet being developed provides all the necessary nutrients for the body. MyPlate, Dietary Guidelines, and Exchange lists are also helpful tools for developing a healthy diet, but they are not specific enough for creating a nutritionally complete formula diet.

A Nutrition Scientist Wants to Develop a Nutritionally Complete Formula