AQA GCSE Food Preparation and Nutrition · 8585
Specification 3.2.1.1, 3.2.1.2, 3.2.1.3, 3.2.2.1, 3.2.3.3 · Paper 1
A reference figure used to assess the nutrient needs of a population group, rather than an exact prescription for every individual.
Revise: ProteinDietary reference values (DRVs) provide reference amounts for different population groups. They are useful for planning and assessing diets, but are not exact targets for every individual.
- Revise: Fats
A recommended nutrient intake used to guide dietary planning for populations or groups.
- Revise: Carbohydrates
A nutritional reference figure used to assess or plan dietary intake. Carbohydrate recommendations include percentages of daily food energy and fibre amounts in grams.
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- Revise: Fat-Soluble Vitamins
A dietary intake guideline used to assess whether a person or population is receiving enough of a nutrient. Requirements vary with factors such as age and sex.
- Revise: Water-Soluble Vitamins
A reference figure used to assess and plan nutrient intakes for groups of people.
- Revise: Carrying Out Nutritional Analysis