10 Questions
Which type of amino acids must be obtained from the diet because the body does not make adequate amounts to support body needs?
Indispensable amino acids
What is the process by which the body can synthesize the five amino acids from other amino acids supplied through the diet, and thus they do not have to be consumed on a daily basis?
Dispensable amino acids
Under what circumstances do conditionally indispensable amino acids become indispensable in the diet?
During illness
What is the process by which the part of the amino acid containing nitrogen may be removed, converted into ammonia, and then excreted as urea in the urine?
Deamination
How is the intake and use of dietary protein measured?
By the amount of nitrogen in food protein and urine
Which type of dietary protein contains all nine indispensable amino acids in sufficient quantity and ratio to meet the body’s needs?
Complete Proteins
What happens when a person has met the dietary protein needs?
The body stores excess protein as fat or uses it as energy
What problems can occur with diets heavily laden with animal protein?
Inflammation and apoptosis in the glomerular cells of the kidney
In which situation does a negative nitrogen balance occur?
When the body has an inadequate dietary supply of protein and/or total energy
Why are legumes placed in the meat group?
Due to their similarity to meats, poultry, and fish in their contribution of nutrients like protein, iron, zinc, folate, and potassium
Test your knowledge about the classes of amino acids, including indispensable, dispensable, and conditionally indispensable amino acids, and their dietary significance.
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