Which pair of statements best describes an essential amino acid?
A. It is an amino acid that contains peptide bonds. An example is proline.
B. It is an amino acid that contains nitrogen. An example is aspartic acid.
C. It is an amino acid that cannot be made by the body. It must be obtained from eating certain foods.
D. It is an amino acid that can be produced by the body. Vitamin supplements maintain healthy levels.
C. It is an amino acid that cannot be made by the body. It must be obtained from eating certain foods.
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a. Folate b. Pantothenic acid c. Niacin d. Thiamin e. Vitamin B12
U.S. life expectancy at birth is at the highest in the world.
a. true b. false
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a. thin and sticky b. thick and sticky c. opaque and sticky d. thick and rough e. moist and runny
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a. it is made with sucrose. b. it cannot be absorbed by the body. c. it is used in some snack foods. d. it can be toxic.