Most of the digestion and absorption takes place in the
a. small intestine
b. colon
c. stomach
d. liver
a. small intestine (Most chemical digestion and nearly all absorption of nutrients take place in the small intestine.)
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A) aspartic acid and arginine B) arginine and glutamine C) glycine and glutamine D) alanine and glycine
Environmental factors are generally more important than genetic background in determining life expectancy
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
In protein salads, the principle ingredient (unless it is a dairy product) should be
a. acid washed. b. chopped. c. cooked. d. raw.
Male athletes who wish to promote the growth of muscle tissue should increase daily energy intake by approximately ____ kcal
A) 100 to 200 B) 400 to 500 C) 800 to 1,000 D) 1,000 to 1,200