Choline: recommended daily intake
Reference values for choline across life-stage groups, from NIH Office of Dietary Supplements: Choline.
550mg
men
425mg
women
Adults 19–50.
| Life stage | RDA / AI | UL | EAR | AMDR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Infants 0–6 months | 125mg (AI) | - | - | - |
| Infants 7–12 months | 150mg (AI) | - | - | - |
| Children 1–3 years | 200mg (AI) | 1000mg | - | - |
| Children 4–8 years | 250mg (AI) | 1000mg | - | - |
| Males 9–13 years | 375mg (AI) | 2000mg | - | - |
| Females 9–13 years | 375mg (AI) | 2000mg | - | - |
| Males 14–18 years | 550mg (AI) | 3000mg | - | - |
| Females 14–18 years | 400mg (AI) | 3000mg | - | - |
| Adult males 19–50 | 550mg (AI) | 3500mg | - | - |
| Adult females 19–50 | 425mg (AI) | 3500mg | - | - |
| Adult males 51+ | 550mg (AI) | 3500mg | - | - |
| Adult females 51+ | 425mg (AI) | 3500mg | - | - |
| Pregnancy (19–30) | 450mg (AI) | 3500mg | - | - |
| Lactation (19–30) | 550mg (AI) | 3500mg | - | - |
Notes
- Choline requirements may vary based on genetic polymorphisms affecting choline metabolism (MTHFD1, PEMT).
Source: NIH Office of Dietary Supplements: Choline (snapshot 2026-04-30)