When the diet contains an adequate amount of protein, the body can synthesize niacin from the amino acid:
a. lysine.
b. tryptophan.
c. phenylalanine.
d. valine.
e. tyrosine.
b
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A. AIs. B. RDAs. C. minimum requirements. D. a generic standard set at or close to the highest RDA value or related nutrient standard.
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A) ?free fatty acids B) ?high-density lipoproteins C) ?low-density lipoproteins D) ?very low-density lipoproteins
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a. dried fruits b. enriched cereals c. legumes d. cheese
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