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Who developed the RDA?: The History of Dietary Recommendations

Nov 2, 2025 •

4 min read

The first edition of the Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDA) was published in 1941 during World War II. Discover who developed the RDA, and how these foundational dietary guidelines were shaped by scientific expertise for national defense and public health.