List 2 circumstances in which an individual might be in negative nitrogen balance.
What will be an ideal response?
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| • | Inadequate intake of protein Inadequate energy intake |
| • | Conditions such as fevers, burns, and infections |
| • | Bed rest (for several days) |
| • | Deficiency of essential amino acids (e.g., poor quality protein consumed) |
| • | Increased protein loss (as in some forms of disease) Increased secretion of certain |
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