Know what EAR's, EER, DRI's, RDA's, AI's and UL's mean; Know what and who they are used for

AI

Adequate Intakes. established when evidence is insufficient to develop an RDA and is set at a level assumed to ensure nutritional adequacy.

UL

Upper Limit. maximum daily intake unlikely to cause adverse health effects.

DRI

Dietary Reference Intakes. Used to plan nutrient intake for HEALTHY PEOPLE.

EAR

Estimated Average Requirements. The average daily nutrient intake level estimated to meet the requirement of half the healthy individuals in a particular life stage and gender group.

RDA

Recommended Dietary Allowances. average daily level of intake sufficient to meet the nutrient requirements of nearly all (97%-98%) healthy people.

EER

estimate energy requirements. The average dietary energy intake that is predicted to maintain energy balance in a healthy adult of a defined age, gender, weight, height, and level of physical activity consistent with good health.