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Daily Value

Definition:

The Daily Value (DV) is a reference to the recommended daily intake of nutrients, vitamins, and minerals that a person should consume to maintain a healthy diet.

Sense 1: Nutritional Value

In the context of nutrition, Daily Value represents the percentage of a specific nutrient present in a food item, based on a 2,000-calorie daily diet.

Example sentence: The cereal box indicates that it provides 25% of the daily value of iron.

Sense 2: Recommended Intake

Daily Value also refers to the recommended daily intake of essential nutrients, such as vitamins and minerals, necessary for a balanced diet.

Example sentence: The recommended daily value of Vitamin C for an adult is 90 mg.

Sense 3: Local Perspective

In some regions, the term "daily value" can also refer to a local publication providing news, events, and classifieds specific to a particular community.

Example sentence: Make sure to check the daily value newspaper for local job listings.

Related Products:

• Nutritional Guides
• Vitamin Supplements
• Local Newspapers