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Appendix G Glossary
Pages 493-496

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... G Glossary Acceptable Macronutrient A range of intakes (represented as percent of Distribution Range energy intake) for a particular energy source that is associated with reduced risk of chronic disease while providing adequate intakes of essential nutrients.
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... 494 MINERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR MILITARY PERSONNEL Chvostek sign Tap over the facial nerve about 2 cm anterior to the tragus of the ear. Depending on the calcium level, a graded response will occur: twitching first at the angle of the mouth, then by the nose, the eye, and the facial muscles.
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... APPENDIX G 495 niacin equivalent Because, 60 mg of the amino acid tryptophan is equivalent to 1 mg of preformed dietary niacin, niacin equivalents are estimated by adding pre formed niacin intake plus 1/60th of tryptophan intake. operational feeding Consumption of either full- or restricted-calorie rations while engaged in military operations or training.
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... 496 MINERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR MILITARY PERSONNEL minute)

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