Dietary Reference Intakes
Dietary Reference Intakes for Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
Primary function: Antioxidant; enzyme cofactor for carnitine, collagen, neurotransmitter biosynthesis; modulates absorption, transport, storage of iron. Selected sources: Citrus fruits, sweet peppers, kiwifruit, broccoli, strawberries, brussels sprouts, cantaloupe. Dietary Reference Intake Vitamin C functions physiologically as a water-soluble antioxidant by virtue of its high reducing power. It is a cofactor ... Read More
Dietary Reference Intakes for Iron
Salt form conversion Primary functions Sources Dietary Reference Intake Note: vegetarians may require 1.8-fold greater iron intake as nonheme iron less bioavailable than heme iron. Read also:
Dietary Reference Intakes for Calcium and Vitamin D
Calcium and vitamin D are two essential dietary supplement for their role in bone health. Institute of Medicine (IOM) share the nutrient reference values of calcium and vitamin D, known as Dietary Reference Intakes (DRIs) for calcium and vitamin D. Calcium Salt form conversion Primary functions Essential role in blood ... Read More