Metabolism: Lipolysis and Protein Metabolism
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Metabolism: Lipolysis and Protein Metabolism

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Which nutrients are most important for protein synthesis?

Amino acids

What controls the process of protein synthesis that occurs on ribosomes?

Growth hormone

What happens to excess dietary proteins in the body?

Oxidized for energy

How are essential amino acids obtained for protein synthesis?

<p>Acquired through the diet</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of amino acids in protein metabolism?

<p>Recycled into new proteins or different compounds</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which hormones control the synthesis of proteins?

<p>Growth hormone, thyroid hormone, and sex hormones</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of proteins are found in animal products, soybeans, and considered complete proteins?

<p>Structural proteins</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of keratin, collagen, and elastin in the body?

<p>Serve as structural materials</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the 'all-or-none rule' in protein synthesis, what must be present for protein synthesis to occur?

<p>All essential amino acids</p> Signup and view all the answers

Inadequate intake of which nutrients causes proteins to be used as fuel instead of for synthesis?

<p>Carbohydrates or fats</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which hormones promote protein breakdown and conversion of amino acids to glucose?

<p>Glucocorticoids</p> Signup and view all the answers

What accelerates protein synthesis and growth in the body?

<p>Anabolic hormones</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the state called when the rate of protein synthesis equals the rate of breakdown and loss in the body?

<p>Homeostatic balance</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which condition does protein synthesis exceed breakdown, as seen in normal children and pregnant women?

<p>Positive nitrogen balance</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens during a negative nitrogen balance?

<p>Protein breakdown exceeds synthesis</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the general daily intake rule for proteins based on body weight for individuals over 19 years old?

<p>0.8 g per kg body weight</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of vitamins are absorbed with water, not stored in the body, and are excreted if not used within an hour?

<p>Water-soluble vitamins</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which vitamin, when consumed in excess, can lead to health problems due to storage in the body?

<p>Vitamin D</p> Signup and view all the answers

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