 |  Hole's Human Anatomy & Physiology, 9/e David Shier,
Washtenaw Community College
Ricki Lewis,
The University at Albany
Jackie Butler,
Grayson County Community College
Nutrition and Metabolism
Internet Activities
Essential Amino Acids
(http://www.healthy.net/hwlibrarybooks/haas/amino/essential.htm)
This site discusses the health aspects of essential amino acids in the diet. Click on each amino acid for more details.
Question: List the 8 amino acids. |
| | | Basal Metabolism
(http://www.room42.com/nutrition/basal.shtml)
Enter your personal data on height, weight, age, and activity to find out what your recommended daily dietary requirements are.
Question: Based on your physical traits and activity, how much protein should you consume daily? |
| | | Tips: Carbohydrate Counting
(http://www.lifescan.com/lsscare/slfctips/carbcnt.html)
A brief discussion on counting carbohydrates is presented.
Question: Name the two forms of carbohydrates that are part of a normal diet. |
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