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Carbohydate
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Neutral compounds of carbon, hydrgen and oxygen which make up a large portion of animal food.
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Lipids
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Group of compounds that includes triglycerides, phospholipids & sterols. I CAN'T PRONOUNCE ANY OF THESE TERMS.
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Nutrition
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sum of the process by which an animal or plant takes in and uses food substances.
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Protein
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Amino acids linked by peptide bonds. Pep what??? sounds like Peptobismol!
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What is the main function of protein?
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build and repair body tissues & structures.
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Which kind of amino acids cannot be manufactured in the body?
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Essential amino acids
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What does the term "deaminaed" refer to?
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stripped of the amine group? AMINE WHAT????
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Define Gluconeogenesis
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When amino acids are used to assist in energy production during negative energy balance.
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What is the recommended Diatary Allowance for protein?
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.8/kg per day or 15 to 30% of total caloric intake
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What is one of the greatest contributions mabe by dietary complex carbohydrates?
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fiber
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What is the reccomeded consumption of carbohydrates after exercising?
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1.5g/kg
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What are the most concentrated source of energy in the diet?
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lipids
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What fat intake /diet is recommendee for fat loss or to enance overall health?
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10 - 30%
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What is the recommended daily water consumption ?
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96 onces daily
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What are some of benefits of adequate water consumption?
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improve body temperature regulation, metabolic function, endocrine gland and liver function.
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