Which of the following describes the state of nitrogen balance for a normal, healthy 35-year-old person who weighs 60 kg and consumes a diet that provides 75 g of protein and adequate energy?
a. Equilibrium b. Positive balance
c. Negative balance d. Endogenous balance
a
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What will be an ideal response?
Lois was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes two months before she planned to become pregnant. TO get her blood glucose under control before pregnancy, LOis worked with a dietitian-nutritionist who specializes in diabetes, and together they developed a plan to reduce Lois's blood glucose levels. Lois plans to perform aerobic exercise 25 minutes daily because it will help improve insulin resistance, lower blood glucose levels, and improve her blood lipid levels
a. true b. false
The extent to which a nutrient is absorbed is called its _____
a. bioavailability b. biosensitivity c. biophysiology d. bioretention
All the following are functions of lipids in the body EXCEPT
A. energy storage. B. components of membranes. C. building blocks for muscles. D. insulation.