The amount of energy expended by the body in digesting, absorbing, transporting, metabolizing, and storing nutrients is called
A. the basal metabolic rate.
B. the nutrient expenditure quotient.
C. the thermic effect of food.
D. adaptive thermogenesis.
Answer: C
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A) Meats and cheeses B) Sunflower oil, corn oil, and soybean oil C) Fish and fish oil D) Flaxseed and walnuts
Protein consumption is linked to
A) slowing down reactions. B) promoting muscle cramps. C) maintenance of fluid balance. D) causing edema.
Grades for eggs are determined by
a. candling. b. evaluating the appearance. c. measuring the Haugh units. d. all of the above
Which of the following statements about protein intake during a weight-gaining program is false?
A. One glass of milk or one scrambled egg provides 14 grams of recommended protein B. One pound of muscle contains about 100 grams of protein C. Supplementation by protein powders or amino acids is not necessary, even during a strenuous weight-gaining program D. One needs adequate amounts of protein to support increases in lean body mass, otherwise we would gain body fat