Question 1

Why are high-protein diets potentially harmful?

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High-protein diets can potentially be ha...

Question 2

Explain 3 functions of protein in the body.

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Proteins play a crucial role in the huma...

Question 3

DNA-coded instructions for protein synthesis consist of a sequence of ___ nucleotides per unit.

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A)   2
B)   3
C)   5
D)   10E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 4

To meet basic protein needs,an athlete needs to

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A)   take protein supplements.
B)   take amino acid supplements.
C)   take vitamin-mineral supplements.
D)   consume a variety of foods to meet energy needs.E) None of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 5

A vegan diet may be low in

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A)   vitamin B-12.
B)   iron.
C)   calcium.
D)   All of these choices are correct.E) B) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 6

List 3 situations in which a North American college student might be at risk of PEM.

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Protein-Energy Malnutrition (PEM) is a f...

Question 7

The genetic disorder sickle-cell anemia produces a profound change in ___________ structure.

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A)   hemoglobin
B)   albumin
C)   phenylalanine
D)   lysineE) B) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 8

A high-protein diet is discouraged for patients with

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A)   infection.
B)   marasmus.
C)   kidney disease.
D)   kwashiorkor.E) A) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 9

Most animal proteins have a high biological value as their tissue amino acid composition is similar to that of human tissues.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

A high-quality protein used as a standard for measuring the quality of other proteins is

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A)   milk.
B)   beef.
C)   egg white.
D)   soybean.E) None of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 11

A diet that is deficient in carbohydrate will ultimately force the liver and,to a lesser extent,the kidneys to

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A)   produce glucose from amino acids.
B)   use fat stores to synthesize glucose.
C)   convert glucose to glycogen in the liver.
D)   all of the above will occur.E) None of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 12

If Krista consumes 65 grams of protein as part of a 1900-kcal diet,what percent of her total calories are from protein?

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65 g protein x 4 kcal/g = 260 ...

Question 13

Protein quality is determined by all of the following EXCEPT

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A)   the food's digestibility.
B)   the food's cost.
C)   the food's amino acid composition.
D)   the food's ability to support body growth .E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 14

Worldwide,approximately _______ of protein comes from animal sources.

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A)   10%
B)   35%
C)   50%
D)   75%E) None of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 15

Suggest 3 meals that make use of the concept of complementary proteins.

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Sure! Complementary proteins are two or ...

Question 16

Explain the difference between essential and nonessential amino acids.

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Essential amino acids are amino acids th...

Question 17

A process involved in the synthesis of nonessential amino acids is called

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A)   ketogenesis.
B)   gluconeogenesis.
C)   transamination.
D)   supplementation.E) B) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 18

Protein intakes above 35% of energy intake are associated with dehydration,amino acid imbalance,and increased risk of certain cancers.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Dietary proteins supply ______ kcal per gram.

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A)   4
B)   7
C)   9
D)   15E) A) and B)
F) All of the above

Question 20

Vegans need to plan their diets carefully to include adequate complementary proteins that provide the needed essential amino acids.

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A) True 
 B)False

Exam 7: Protein

Why are high-protein diets potentially harmful?

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DNA-coded instructions for protein synthesis consist of a sequence of ___ nucleotides per unit.

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To meet basic protein needs,an athlete needs to

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Dietary proteins supply ______ kcal per gram.

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A vegan diet may be low in

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The genetic disorder sickle-cell anemia produces a profound change in ___________ structure.

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Protein intakes above 35% of energy intake are associated with dehydration,amino acid imbalance,and increased risk of certain cancers.

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Worldwide,approximately _______ of protein comes from animal sources.

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List 3 situations in which a North American college student might be at risk of PEM.

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Explain the difference between essential and nonessential amino acids.

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Explain 3 functions of protein in the body.

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A high-protein diet is discouraged for patients with

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Vegans need to plan their diets carefully to include adequate complementary proteins that provide the needed essential amino acids.

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Most animal proteins have a high biological value as their tissue amino acid composition is similar to that of human tissues.

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A process involved in the synthesis of nonessential amino acids is called

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Protein quality is determined by all of the following EXCEPT

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Suggest 3 meals that make use of the concept of complementary proteins.

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If Krista consumes 65 grams of protein as part of a 1900-kcal diet,what percent of her total calories are from protein?

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A high-quality protein used as a standard for measuring the quality of other proteins is

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A diet that is deficient in carbohydrate will ultimately force the liver and,to a lesser extent,the kidneys to

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