A complex illness that results from excessive protein intake is called:

a. bulimia.
b. kwashiorkor.
c. marasmus.
d. rabbit fever.


d

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A. improves digestion to get the most nutrients. B. increases muscle to overcome weakness. C. breaks down its own tissue to provide energy. D. conserves energy and preserves body tissues.

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A body that retains more nitrogen than it excretes is in

a. negative nitrogen balance b. positive nitrogen balance c. nitrogen balance d. trouble because this indicates a serious illness

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Which of the following substances is a phytochemical? 

A. Glucose B. Caffeine C. Pantothenic acid D. Zinc

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Which of the following statements about ephedra/caffeine supplements is FALSE?

a. these supplements have cause hundreds of adverse reaction complaints at the FDA b. some evidence supports the use of these supplements in weight loss c. ephedra bears no resemblance to prescription ephedrine d. this supplement combination functions as a stimulant

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