List the factors that increase protein requirements for people with chronic kidney disease
Factors that increase protein requirements include 1) losses of approximately 10–12 grams of free amino acids per day and 5–15 grams of albumin per day; 2) altered albumin turnover; 3) metabolic acidosis, which increases amino acid degradation; 4) inflammation; and 5) infection.
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Which of the following foods is nutrient dense and also qualifies as a "good source" of calcium?
a. Cheese with 50 mg of calcium b. Yogurt with 150 mg of calcium c. Ice cream with 90 mg calcium d. Sherbet with 30 mg of calcium
Why do patients lose weight at a faster rate after undergoing Roux-en-Y gastric bypass as compared to other bariatric surgeries?
a. Roux-en-Y gastric bypass is the only bariatric surgery that may be performed laparoscopically. b. Roux-en-Y gastric bypass results in reduced absorption. c. Roux-en-Y gastric bypass results in a smaller food pouch. d. Roux-en-Y gastric bypass requires following a post-surgical restrictive diet for longer periods than other bariatric surgeries.
Foam cells play an important role in preventing heart disease progression
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
What is the amino acid pool?
A) Total amount of amino acids in the body B) Total amount of amino acids in the skeletal muscles C) Amino acids recently absorbed that are in need of transport D) Amino acids circulating in the blood or fluid between cells