Reference daily values

DRV Daily Reference Values U.S., 1990 Reference values for fat, carbohydrate, sodium, potassium, and protein for labeling purposes... 

The Nutrition Labeling and Education Act defines a Daily Reference Value for sodium to be listed in the Nutrition Facts portion of a food label. 

Every human body requires certain amounts of various macro- and micronutrients, water, and fiber to function properly, objective 1 (Section 12.1), Exercise 12.2. The amounts needed vary with a number of factors such as body size, age, and sex. Various countries have established nutritional guidelines in attempts to maintain good health for their citizens. In the United States, the Reference Daily Intake (RDI) and Daily Reference Values (DRV) are designed to represent appropriate nutrient intake for 95% of the population. 

Nutrient content claims for protein, vitamins, minerals dietary fiber, antioxidants in relation to the reference intake value or daily reference value ... 

High, Rich in, Excellent source of 20 % or more of the Refaence Daily Intake (RDI) or the Daily Reference Value (DRV) pa lefeienee amount customarily auisumed... 

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