A conditionally indispensable amino acid can:
a. only be synthesized by adults.
b. only be synthesized by the body during times of malnutrition.
c. be synthesized by the body but not always in sufficient quantities.
d. be replaced by another similar amino acid.
Answer: c. be synthesized by the body but not always in sufficient quantities.
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a. stimulates the pancreas to secrete more insulin. b. has a strong insulin-like effect and stimulates glucose uptake into muscles. c. helps repair the alpha (?) cells in the pancreas. d. improves aerobic fitness.
Janice just had a baby girl and has trouble getting her to sleep at night. She has started putting her to bed with a bottle of formula. Is this a good idea?
a. Yes, because now Janice can sleep all night. b. No, because the baby doesn't need the extra calories. c. No, because the carbohydrates in the formula will soak the teeth, causing cavities. d. Yes, but she could also use sugar-flavored water or juices.
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a. sucrose, maltose, and lactose. b. sucrose, glucose, and galactose. c. glucose, raffinose, and sucrose. d. glucose, fructose, and galactose. e. lactose, stachyose, and raffinose.
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