John suffers from allergic reactions like skin lesions and edema. He visits a doctor, and after a number of tests, it is found that John is deficient in the amino acid methionine. In this scenario, which of the following is most likely the reason for the amino acid deficiency?
A) Insufficient intake of methionine
B) Defective synthesis of methionine
C) Sporadic process of transamination
D) Inadequate intake of nonessential amino acids
A
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A) ?hyperthyroidism B) ?diabetes C) ?metabolic syndrome D) ?obesity
Which vitamin is synthesized in the gut? Vitamin
A) D B) A C) E D) K
Suzy drinks five cups of coffee a day. How many cups should she have during her pregnancy?
A) as many cups of coffee as she would like, as long as the coffee is drip brewed B) 1 cup of coffee but she could have as many energy drinks as she likes C) 3-4 cups D) 1-2 cups
The length of the pregnancy is called:
a. gestation. b. periconceptual period. c. critical period. d. None of the above