What causes some children with protein-calorie malnutrition to develop kwashiorkor?
A) high consumption of fiber
B) genetic traits triggered by low protein intake
C) an inability to utilize protein and fat normally during starvation
D) an allergic reaction to certain essential amino acids
E) lack of physical activity
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Q26: High intake of protein increases _ need.
A)glucose
B)water
C)fat
D)iron
E)calcium
Q27: Amino acids missing their nitrogen component are
Q27: The RDA for protein is _ grams
Q28: The primary structure of proteins is _.
A)a
Q30: Robert is an older adult who wants
Q31: The National Academy of Sciences has concluded
Q33: During starvation,to meet the need for energy,the
Q33: Melatonin is a derivative of the essential
Q37: How many common amino acids form proteins?
A)10
B)20
C)30
D)40
E)50
Q40: There are _ essential amino acids.
A)2
B)5
C)9
D)11
E)20
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