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what is the ACM recommended intake of carbs, proteins and fats for health?
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58% Carbs, 30% Fat, 12% Protein
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what are vitamins
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vitamins are organic food substances found only in living things, such as, plants and animals, are required by the body in minute amounts for physiological maintenance and growth
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how much water should a person drink a day?
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64 ounces
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How many calories are in a gram of fat?
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9
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How many calories are in a gram of protein?
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4
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How many calories are in a gram of protein?
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4
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how many calories are in a gram of vitamins?
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0
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The essential amino acids are
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Phenylalanine, valine, threonine, methionine, tryptophan, histidine, isoleucine, leucine, lysine.
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Define basic metabolic rate
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BMR is the amount of energy expended to support the ongoing metabolic work of the body's cells at rest
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What major role does potasium play on the body?
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production of energy, muscle contraction, beating of the heart, synthesis of protein, nerve tranquilization and kidney function
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what is the institute of medicine recommended intake of carbs, proteins and fats?
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40/60 carbs
10/35 protein 20/35 fat |
