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This paper describes a two-part statistical model that uses information from two 24-hour recalls to estimate the usual intake distribution of episodically consumed foods; the method allows for…

This brief describes five main steps to assessing the adequacy of zinc intake in a population. The document includes IZiNCG guidance on Estimated Average Requirements (EAR) for zinc.

This summary report provides the dietary reference values (DRVs) for various macronutrients and micronutrients for healthy populations in the EU.

The Dietary Reference Intakes (DRIs) are developed and published by the US Institute of Medicine (IOM).

This report provides recommended nutrient intakes (RNI) for key mineral, and water- and fat-soluble vitamins for different population groups.

This report describes the protein and amino acid requirements of different population groups.

This report describes the energy expenditures and requirements of different population groups.

This excel file provides edible proportion for about 2900 foods. Edible refers to material remaining after the inedible waste (e.g., peel, pit, stone) has been trimmed away.

This website complements the USDA National Nutrient Database with nutrient composition and ingredient information for branded foods and private label data provided by the food industry.

This website provides access to an online database developed by the US National Agricultural Library to search for food composition data by food item, food group, or manufacturer name.