Misinterpretation and Misuse of the Recommended Dietary Allowances
- 23 March 1945
- journal article
- editorial
- Published by American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) in Science
- Vol. 101 (2621) , 285-288
- https://doi.org/10.1126/science.101.2621.285
Abstract
The "Table of Recommended Dietary Allowances" has been misused by (1) the implication that the standard requirements listed for any nutrient apply to individuals as well as groups, and (2) utilizing the figures as reference points for policies of food production. Revision of the "Table" is under consideration.This publication has 0 references indexed in Scilit: