nutrients_reference
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NIH reference values (RDA, EAR, AI, UL) for one vitamin or mineral at a given age and sex, with what the UL protects against. Offline and instant.
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| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| age | Yes | Age in years. For infants use a fraction: 0.25 = 3 months; 0-5 and 6-11 month values apply under 1. | |
| sex | Yes | ||
| nutrient | Yes | Nutrient ID ("vitamin-d") or any synonym ("cholecalciferol") | |
| life_stage | No | Pregnancy or lactation (breastfeeding) reference values; requires sex "female" and age 14-50 |