How Much Protein, Vitamins and Minerals Does a Body Need
by Franheska
(South America)
How much protein, vitamins and minerals does a body need?
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Franheska, an excellent question. The answer is largely dependent on the person's size and shape. However the USFDA has set forth recommended daily values for the average adult consuming 2000 calories per day, which include 97-98% of all adults in the U.S.
The FDA uses Daily Values (DVs) for food labeling. DVs for the following macronutrients are Daily Reference Values (DRVs). The DV's used by the FDA for vitamins and minerals are the RDIs listed here.
| Macronutrient | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Fat | 65 g |
| Saturated Fatty Acids | 20 g |
| Cholesterol | 300 mg |
| Sodium | 2300 mg |
| Potassium | 4700 mg |
| Total Carbohydrate | 300 g |
| Fiber | 25 g |
| Protein | 50 g |
For people 4 years or older, eating 2,000 calories per day, the DRVs are:
| Nutrient | RDI | Highest RDA of DRI |
|---|---|---|
| Biotin | 300 µg | 30 µg |
| Calcium | 1000 mg | 1300 mg |
| Chloride | 3400 mg | 2300 mg |
| Chromium | 120 µg | 35 µg |
| Copper | 2 mg | 900 µg |
| Folate | 400 µg | 400 µg |
| Iodine | 150 µg | 150 µg |
| Iron | 18 mg | 18 mg |
| Magnesium | 400 mg | 420 mg |
| Manganese | 2 mg | 2.3 mg |
| Molybdenum | 75 µg | 45 µg |
| Niacin | 20 mg | 16 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 10 mg | 5 mg |
| Phosphorus | 1000 mg | 1250 mg |
| Riboflavin | 1.7 mg | 1.3 mg |
| Selenium | 70 µg | 55 µg |
| Thiamin | 1.5 mg | 1.2 mg |
| Vitamin A | 3000 IU | 10,000 IU |
| Vitamin B6 | 2 mg | 1.7 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 6 µg | 2.4 µg |
| Vitamin C | 60 mg | 90 mg |
| Vitamin D | 400 IU | 600 IU |
| Vitamin E | 30 IU | 15 mg (33 IU of synthetic) |
| Vitamin K | 80 µg | 120 µg |
| Zinc | 15 mg | 11 mg |
There are many scientific studies supporting the supplementation of vitamins and minerals. First vitamin supplements can bring intake levels up to the DRV. Second there is much documentation supporting adequate levels of macronutrient intake can help reduce the risk of birth defects and chronic disease. Finally there may be benefits of vitamins and minerals in maintaining optimal health and disease prevention above the recommended intake values.
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