Read any food or supplement label today and you’re likely to find the DV or Daily Value listed on the label. It’s important to understand where this Daily Value originated from, and it’s intended purpose. Originally the RDA, or Recommended Daily Allowance, was developed as a minimum requirement of essential nutrients to prevent diseases caused by deficiencies of specific nutrients in most people. The key word here is ‘minimum’.
Today, the FDA requires the term Daily Value on the label. Although this value has been updated over the years, it still doesn’t tell the whole story. Is it enough to simply take the minimum amount of an essential nutrient to survive? The goal of any good nutritional program should be to achieve optimal wellness. With that end in mind, 100% of the Daily Value of many essential nutrients are woefully low!
Although it does not replace a healthy diet, in future posts I’ll discuss why good, quality supplementation can make a positive impact for everyone.
Do you feel as well as you should?...Brian
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