Under which of the following conditions does a person need more than triple the normal protein needs?

A) muscle building
B) regenerating red blood cells
C) when the blood becomes too acidic
D) healing severe burns


ANS: D

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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What is the name of the storage form of iron?

a. Ferritin b. Transferrin c. Ferrous iron d. Ferric iron

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Pellagra was first seen in populations where the dietary staple was

A) unpasteurized milk. B) corn. C) white rice. D) wheat.

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Pearl is a distance runner, and wants to consume the most healthful diet possible for her health and performance. Her team nutritionist has given Pearl a goal of meeting but not exceeding the recommended AMDR for total energy from fat for athletes

Today, Pearl consumed 300 grams of carbohydrate, 100 grams of protein, and 45 grams of fat. Pearl met her AMDR goals today. Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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