Carbohydrates are stored in the liver as glycogen or are converted into fats.
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Where are fats stored?
Fats are stored under the skin and around organs as adipose tissue.
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Where are proteins stored?
Although proteins are essential for growth and repair, they cannot be stored in the body. Although proteins cannot be stored in the body the amino acids can be converted into other amino acids.
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What is the formula for the estimated average daily requirement (EAR)?
EAR in g = 0.6 * body mass in kg
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What is the condition caused by too little protein intake?
Kwashiorkor
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What is a first-class protein?
Proteins from meat and fish are called first-class proteins. They contain all of the essential amino acids that cannot be made by the human body.
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What are second-class proteins?
Plant proteins are called second-class proteins as they do not contain all the essential amino acids.
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What is the formula to work out the body mass index (BMI)?
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