Marasmus is a form of PEM characterized by extreme wasting of muscle and adipose tissue, as well as edema in the hands and feet
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
Answer: False.
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Available laboratory research with human growth hormone supports the theory that supplementation will increase muscle mass, strength, and power in young adult male athletes.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
Based on the RDA for protein, a healthy adult who weighs 80 kilograms should consume __________ grams of protein per day.
a. 64 b. 80 c. 100 d. 140
Physical activity has not been shown to aid blood glucose control in people with type 1 diabetes
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Which statement describe a relationship between protein/amino acids and heart disease?
a. Substituting soy protein for animal protein raises blood cholesterol levels. b. High blood levels of the amino acid arginine are a risk factor for atherosclerosis. c. High levels of homocysteine in food promote elevation of blood low-density lipoproteins. d. Elevated blood homocysteine levels are associated with smoking cigarettes and drinking alcohol. e. High blood levels of phenylalanine dampen inflammatory responses, reducing risk of heart disease.