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Vitamin B6 acts as a coenzyme with more than 100 enzymes involved in the metabolism of proteins.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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What is the difference between a macronutrient and a micronutrient?
 
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Reply #1 on: Aug 21, 2018
Answer to Question 1

TRUE

Answer to Question 2

A macronutrient is an essential nutrient that is needed in larger quantities than is an essential micronutrient. Vitamins and minerals are micronutrients, and the energy nutrients (carbohydrates, proteins, and fats) are macronutrients.


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