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jho37

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on: Aug 20, 2018
A total of _____ amino acids compose the majority of protein in living things and nine are _____ to humans.
 a. 15; nonessential
  b. 20; essential
  c. 25; nonessential
  d. 35; essential

Question 2

What are any two ways that people can reduce their intake of hormones from animal products?


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

b

Answer to Question 2

They can eat smaller serving sizes of conventional meats to reduce their intake of hormones. They can also eat animal products that are certified free of hormones, pesticides, or antibiotics. The people can also remove visible fat from meats since many hormones may accumulate there.


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