Explaining the following terms, RNIs, EARs, LRNIs
Reference Nutrient Intakes (RNIs)
Reference Nutrient Intake (RNI) refers to the recommended amount of vitamins and minerals required by the different ages from babies to adults and where suitable, the different amounts required by pregnant or nursing mothers and other special cases. RNI is the amount of each nutrient that is enough to prevent the negative effects brought about by nutrient deficiencies.
Estimated Average Requirements (EARs)
The daily intake of a specific nutrient estimated to meet the requirement in 50% of healthy people in an age- and gender-specific group. The EAR is used to calculate the recommended dietary allowance.
Lower Reference Nutrient Intakes (LRNIs)
Lowest Recommended Nutrient Intake The amount of a nutrient or energy which is sufficient for only a few individuals
Reference Nutrient Intakes (RNIs)
Reference Nutrient Intake (RNI) refers to the recommended amount of vitamins and minerals required by the different ages from babies to adults and where suitable, the different amounts required by pregnant or nursing mothers and other special cases. RNI is the amount of each nutrient that is enough to prevent the negative effects brought about by nutrient deficiencies.
Estimated Average Requirements (EARs)
The daily intake of a specific nutrient estimated to meet the requirement in 50% of healthy people in an age- and gender-specific group. The EAR is used to calculate the recommended dietary allowance.
Lower Reference Nutrient Intakes (LRNIs)
Lowest Recommended Nutrient Intake The amount of a nutrient or energy which is sufficient for only a few individuals