Why may both energy and protein needs increase during adolescence?
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Correct answer: Due to rapid growth and body-composition changes
Adolescence is a period of rapid growth, increasing body size and changes in muscle, bone and other tissues. Energy supports growth and physical activity, while protein supplies amino acids for building and repairing tissues. Requirements vary with age, sex, activity and growth rate; a balanced diet also needs adequate iron, calcium, vitamins and fluids.
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Due to rapid growth and body-composition changes
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Adolescence is a period of rapid growth, increasing body size and changes in muscle, bone and other tissues. Energy supports growth and physical activity, while protein supplies amino acids for building and repairing tissues. Requirements vary with age, sex, activity and growth rate; a balanced diet also needs adequate iron, calcium, vitamins and fluids.
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This is a Class 11 Home Science question. Chapter: Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics.
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