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Which of the following individuals would MOST LIKELY experience positive nitrogen balance? A man who exercises a lot and consumes carbohydrates, proteins and fat. A woman who exercises a lot, but does not consume any carbohydrates or fat. An elderly diabetic patient who refuses to take any medications. A contestant on the show "Survivor" who only consumes rice. A typical person who follows the Canadian food guidelines and exercises moderately.

          Which of the following individuals would MOST LIKELY experience positive nitrogen balance?
A man who exercises a lot and consumes carbohydrates, proteins and fat.
A woman who exercises a lot, but does not consume any carbohydrates or fat.
An elderly diabetic patient who refuses to take any medications.
A contestant on the show "Survivor" who only consumes rice.
A typical person who follows the Canadian food guidelines and exercises moderately.

Which of the following individuals would MOST LIKELY experience positive nitrogen balance?
A man who exercises a lot and consumes carbohydrates, proteins and fat.
A woman who exercises a lot, but does not consume any carbohydrates or fat.
An elderly diabetic patient who refuses to take any medications.
A contestant on the show "Survivor" who only consumes rice.
A typical person who follows the Canadian food guidelines and exercises moderately.

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10/28/2021

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Step 1: Positive nitrogen balance occurs when the body retains more nitrogen than it excretes, which is important for muscle growth and repair. Show more…

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Which of the following individuals would MOST LIKELY experience positive nitrogen balance? A man who exercises a lot and consumes carbohydrates, proteins and fat. A woman who exercises a lot, but does not consume any carbohydrates or fat. An elderly diabetic patient who refuses to take any medications. A contestant on the show "Survivor" who only consumes rice. A typical person who follows the Canadian food guidelines and exercises moderately.