The supply of amino acids derived from either food proteins or body proteins that collect in the cells and circulating blood and stand ready to be incorporated in proteins and other compounds or used for energy is called the ____________________
Fill in the blank with correct word
amino acid pool
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A. dissolution B. oxidation C. reduction D. ionization E. hyperemia
When someone attempts to lose weight by decreasing caloric intake while at the same time increasing physical activity, that person is trying to be in a state of
A. negative energy balance. B. positive energy balance. C. neutral energy balance.
Which condition is characterized by swelling, fatty liver, susceptibility to infection, profound apathy, and poor appetite?
a. osteopenia b. beriberi c. hemochromatosis d. kwashiorkor e. marasmus
Which of the following is a characteristic of protein use in physical activity?
a. Protein use in endurance events is less than for strength events. b. Protein use for energy is significant in anaerobic strength training. c. Protein contributes up to 10% of total fuel used, which is similar to the resting state. d. Protein contributes approximately the same amount to total energy use on high-carbohydrate or high-fat diets. e. People who consume diets adequate in energy and rich in carbohydrate use more protein in exercise.