Handbook on human nutritional requirements
By: R. Passmore, B. M. Nicol, M. Narayana Rao, in collaboration with G. H. Beaton, E. M. Demayer.
Contributors: Nicol, Bruce M. 1913- joint author.; Narayana Rao, M., 1929- joint author.
Series: Monograph series - World Health Organization ; no. 61; Monograph series (World Health Organization) ;; no. 61.
Publisher: World Health Organization; obtained from Q Corporation
Published: 1974
Place of publication: Geneva; Albany, N.Y
Language: eng
Number of pages: 66
Subjects: Nutrition -- Requirements.
Description: Abstract: A handbook for food administrators, agricultural planners, and nutritionists sets forth specific recommendations by expert study groups concerning nutrient intakes. Specific intake recommendations are given for energy, protein, 8 vitamins (vitamins A, B1, B12, C, and D3, and niacin, riboflavin, and folate,) and 4 trace elements (Ca, Fe, I, and F). A final section presents recommendations for other trace elements that are essential to human nutrition (Zn, Mg, Cu, Cr, Se, Co, Mo). (wz).
Notes: Includes bibliographical references.