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The major risk associated with long-time adherence to low-carbohydrate/high-protein diets is an increased risk of heart disease because ____.
 a. protein-rich foods are often high in antioxidants
  b. excess protein produces too much muscle
 c. high-protein foods are often high in fat
 d. few people consume adequate amounts of protein
  e. protein-rich foods are often high in phytonutrients

Question 2

A consequence of the body using protein instead of a combination of fats and carbohydrates as a source of energy is that ____.
 a. weight loss is as much as ten times slower
 b. most of the weight lost is in the form of water
  c. energy is produced more efficiently
 d. the protein-water mix is ideal for weight loss
  e. most of the weight loss represents fat loss



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Answer to Question 1

c

Answer to Question 2

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