Determine Mr. Angelo's protein requirements. Provide the rationale for your estimate

What will be an ideal response?


ASPEN guidelines recommend 2 g protein/kg. Mr. Angelo's protein needs range from 140-145 grams (71.2 kg ? 2 g).

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A. 10–15 kcal/kg B. 15–18 kcal/kg  C. 20–25 kcal/kg  D. 25–28 kcal/kg  E. 30–35 kcal/kg 

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How much beta-carotene is considered equivalent to one unit of vitamin A?

A) twelve units B) six units C) two molecules D) one molecule

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Body fat is best reduced through _____, whereas muscle mass can be increased through _____ activities

a. lifting weights, stretching b. yoga, interval training c. walking at a brisk pace, resistance training d. stretching, controlled breathing

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What will be an ideal response?

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