Describe three functions of protein in the human body
Protein functions as a structural component of muscle, bone, connective tissues, organs, red blood cells, hemoglobin, hair, and fingernails; as enzymes; as a component of hormones; in the maintenance of body tissues; as a carrier to transport substances in body fluids; as an energy source; and in immunity.
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Rebecca has hypertension. To help lower her blood pressure, she should ________.
A. reduce her potassium intake B. consume more foods that contain iron and zinc C. follow a high-glycemic diet D. follow the DASH diet
The ________ prohibits food manufacturers from adding a new compound to food that causes cancer.
A. First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution B. Pure Food and Drug Act C. Delaney Clause of the Food Additives Amendment D. Cancer Prevention Act
Which of the following statements is true?
A. The placenta blocks toxic substances from reaching the embryo/fetus. B. A proper functioning placenta allows the mother's blood to mix with her fetus's blood. C. Eight weeks after conception and until its birth, the developing human being is called a fetus. D. The embryo/fetus develops most of its organs during the preconceptual period.
An anabolic reaction in which water is released as a by-product is called
A. hydrolysis. B. dehydration synthesis. C. phosphorylation. D. dephosphorylation.