EER refers to

A. a person's actual calorie needs, as measured by calorimetry.
B. estimated calorie needs for the average person in a specific life stage.
C. the level of dietary intake of a nutrient that is likely to meet the needs of nearly all healthy individuals in a particular life stage and sex.
D. a set of nutrient recommendations that includes RDAs, AIs, and ULs.


Answer: B

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