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3 years ago
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"Jasmine is trying to lose weight. She has decided to try a diet that lets her eat unlimited amounts of protein. The protein tha

t Jasmine eats that is above and beyond what she needs is _____."
Biology
1 answer:
Elanso [62]3 years ago
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Answer:

converted into fat and stored in adipose tissue

Explanation:

When protein is taken in excess amount, because it cannot be stored in the body, it can be broken down to amino acids, which is further used as carbon skeletons to synthesize fats, which is then further stored in the adipose tissues.

When the body is not receiving enough calories from other nutrient sources like carbohydrates and fats, the available protein is the used as energy to meet the body's energy demands, by converting it to fat.

Note that, excess intake of protein can be harmful to the body.

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