Protein is an important nutrient that helps supply the body with the elements necessary for life. Protein can be used by the body for fuel when what occurs?
A) Complete proteins are consistently ingested.
B) When there are inadequate stores of iron in the body
C) When the RDA for B vitamins are met
D) When there is inadequate intake of calories
D
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The nutrient that athletes most need to increase in their diet is calories. To bulk up, athletes need exercise, enough calories, and adequate protein. Protein is not used for fuel by the body just because it is consistently ingested, there are inadequate stores of iron present, or the RDA for B vitamins has not been met.
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