Recommended Daily Allowance (RDA) for a
Male 18 Years of Age
Important This is for informational purposes only. Please consult a medical professional if you need more information. See legend at bottom of chart for more details.
| Name | RDA/AI | UL |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 1300 mg | 2500 mg |
| Copper | 890 mcg | 10000 mcg |
| Folate | 400 mcg | 1000 mcg |
| Iron | 11 mg | 45 mg |
| Magnesium | 410 mg | 350 mg |
| Niacin | 16 mg | 35 mg |
| Panto. Acid | 5 mg | n/d |
| Phosphorous | 1250 mg | 4000 mg |
| Potassium | 3000 mg | n/d |
| Riboflavin | 1.3 mg | n/d |
| Selenium | 55 mcg | 400 mcg |
| Thiamin | 1.2 mg | n/d |
| Vitamin A | 900 mcg | 3000 mcg |
| Vitamin B6 | 1.3 mg | 100 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 2.4 mcg | n/d |
| Vitamin C | 75 mg | 2000 mg |
| Vitamin D | 5 mcg | n/d |
| Vitamin E | 15 mg | 1000 mg |
| Vitamin K | 75 mcg | n/d |
| Zinc | 11 mg | 40 mg |
Sources: Institute of Medicine – Dietary Reference Intakes Tables
| * | Adequate intake amount rather than RDA. |
| AI | Adequate Intake |
| RDA | Recommended Dietary Allowance. The RDAs presented are not appropriate for pregnant or lactating women, or for those under 18 years of age. Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant or lactating. |
| n/d | Not determinable due to lack of data of adverse effects in this age group and concern with regard to lack of ability to handle excess amounts. Source of intake should be from food only to prevent high levels of intake. |
| UL | Upper Limit – the maximum intake on a daily level that is likely not to pose any adverse effect. If there is no upper limit for a nutrient, “extreme caution may be warranted in consuming levels above recommended intakes.” |