Proteins are made up of "building blocks" called _____
a. starches
b. fatty acids
c. amino acids
d. cholesterol
e. fiber
c
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a. Converted to lipids b. Stored in the muscles c. Stored in the protein pool in the body d. Converted to bone marrow
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When consumed in high amounts, caffeine is a substance banned by the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Which of the following statements is true of riboflavin?
Insufficient intake of riboflavin in pregnant women causes neural tube defects in the fetus. Riboflavin toxicity causes a disease known as beriberi. Riboflavin deficiency does not cause any adverse effects on the body. Riboflavin is a precursor of vitamin A. Ultraviolet light and irradiation destroy riboflavin.