A limited amount of amino acids exists in pools in your body so that they can be used as hormones, or enzymes.
a. true
b. false
Answer: a. true
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There are no Daily Values (DV) for protein listed on a label because
A. Americans typically consume adequate protein. B. protein is not important. C. no information is available. D. the Daily Values are only established for vitamins and minerals.
What trace mineral other than copper is a cofactor for superoxide dismutase, an enzyme that protects cells from free radicals?
a. Manganese b. Magnesium c. Iodine d. Chromium
How does vitamin C enhance iron absorption when consumed in the same meal?
A) ?It activates transferrin. B) ?It keeps iron in the reduced ferrous form. C) ?It releases iron from the proteins in the stomach. D) ?It complexes with iron and promotes mucosal transport.
Fatty acids in foods consumed influence the composition of fats in the body
a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false