Discuss the impact of a high-protein diet on the body
Intake of excess protein may cause persons to ignore essential fruits and vegetables. Complete proteins are high in saturated fats and cholesterol and may contribute to heart disease. There is a correlation between long-term high-protein diets and colon cancer, high calcium excretion, and a higher demand on the kidneys.
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A. ten billion dollars are spent on this annually B. nonnutrient chemicals provided by plant-based foods C. one of the six categories of nutrients D. nutrient found in food that helps regulate your metabolism E. gold standard for nutritional guidance for healthy Americans F. chemical compounds found in foods that sustain your body processes G. the lack of a nutrient in a food, which may lead to a health problem H. a bone disease caused by a lack of vitamin D I. the inability of people to meet their nutrient needs because of food costs J. the measurement of energy in foods K. your body's ability to break down food and convert it to energy L. adding vitamins and/or minerals to food products 13. Metabolism 14. Phytochemicals 15. Kilocalories 16. Food advertising 17. Food insecurity 18. Deficiencies 19. Carbohydrates 20. Nutrients 21. Vitamins 22. Dietary Reference Intakes 23. Rickets 24. Enrichment
Current recommendations regarding fat intake for a healthy adult suggest that a healthful diet should:
a. provide about 20% to 35% of total calories from fat. b. not include any animal fat c. include some saturated fat, but very little cholesterol d. no answer is correct
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Consuming too much protein or excess amino acids can contribute to ________.
A. coronary artery disease B. arthritis C. stroke D. dehydration