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amal

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Which of the following amino acid-derived neurotransmitters is linked to the etiology of ALS?
 a. tyrosine
  b. arginine
  c. tryptophan
  d. glutamate

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Nutrition therapy interventions for Parkinson's patients may include limiting overall protein intake because:
 a. this may improve drug effectiveness.
  b. excess ammonia can cross the blood-brain barrier and interrupt the balance of neurotransmitters.
  c. moderate to high levels of protein increase the need for pyridoxine.
  d. moderate to high levels of protein may lead to kidney stones.


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mcinincha279

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Reply #1 on: Aug 20, 2018
Answer to Question 1

d

Answer to Question 2

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Reply #2 on: Aug 20, 2018
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