Which of the following statements about the Dietary Reference Intakes is false?
A. The Dietary Reference Intakes are dietary standards for everybody in a population.
B. The Dietary Reference Intakes do not apply to people with diseases.
C. The Dietary Reference Intakes identify the amount of a nutrient needed to prevent deficiency diseases in healthy individuals.
D. The Dietary Reference Intakes help to prevent and reduce the risk of chronic disease and promote optimal health.
Answer: A
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