Vignette #1 John Has Started Working Out at the Local

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Multiple Choice

Vignette #1 John has started working out at the local gym and has been buying protein-packed snack bars and other high-protein foods. He started at 180 pounds and has increased his weight to 195 pounds. He is convinced the extra weight is all muscle. His wife, Jill, thinks that the there may be risks involved with eating extra protein. They decide to find out more about how much protein they need and explore the risks associated with consuming too much as well as too little protein. Thinking about what you have read in your nutrition text, answer the following questions. Assuming that John's ideal weight is 180 pounds, calculate his recommended protein intake (RDA) .

• A) 71 grams
• B) 65 grams
• C) 144 grams
• D) Not enough information is provided.

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