BIOMOLECULES AND ENZYMES

BIOLOGY

PROTEINS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following patients would need to increase their protein intake?
A
breastfeeding womien
B
children
C
the elderly
D
all of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Highly active people, those training more than 3 times per week, CrossFitters, competitive athletes, bodybuilders, anyone who’s doing a lot of glycolytic activity will perform, recovery and feel better on a high protein diet.

Detailed explanation-2: -Extra protein intake also can lead to elevated blood lipids and heart disease because many high-protein foods you eat are high in total and saturated fat. Extra protein intake, which can tax the kidneys, poses an additional risk to people predisposed to kidney disease.

Detailed explanation-3: -Diets high in protein help decrease hunger, increase satiety, boost metabolic rate, and preserve muscle mass.

Detailed explanation-4: -Protein deficiency can lead to malnutrition, such as kwashiorkor and marasmus, which can be life threatening. Protein deficiency can arise if a person has a health condition, including: an eating disorder, such as anorexia nervosa. certain genetic conditions.

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