QUESTION 15 Proteins help maintain fluid and electrolyte balance. When protein c

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QUESTION 15 Proteins help maintain fluid and electrolyte balance. When protein consumption is chronically inadequate, a condition can occur in which fluids build up in intercellular spaces causing fluid imbalances and swelling. What is this condition called? O Cirrhosis O Edema O ulcers QUESTION 16 Which of the following is NOT a health benefit of following a vegetarian diet? Decreased intake of fat and total energy resulting in a decreased risk of obesity Decreased risk of heart disease and cancer Increased digestive issues related to the increased fiber in the diet Click Save and Submit to save and submit. Click Save All Answers to save all answers Save All 10

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Ans 15 : Edema

The low levels of protein in the body can cause malnutition and also cause the excess fluid to accumulate in the intercellular spaces in our body specially in the ankles , feet and lower legs. This condition is called as edema .

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