Which of the Following Statements Is FALSE

Which of the following statements is FALSE?

A) The basis of essential amino acid requirements is that they must be replaced from the diet given that their breakdown products are continually excreted.
B) Protein turnover reflects the balance between its synthesis and breakdown. Children have faster protein turnovers than adults because growth requires protein synthesis.
C) Patients with severe injuries or wasting diseases are said to be in negative nitrogen balance.
D) Protein malnutrition does not occur in humans if there are adequate fat stores for energy needs
E) A person following a vegan or vegetarian diet should eat a varied diet of plant-based foods to get the required range of amino acids.