Dietary protein will not be used efficiently and will not support growth if ____ are lacking in the diet.
A)vegetables
B)hormones
C)kcalories
D)dairy foods
E)nut meats

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The body needs a sufficient amount of calories to utilize dietary protein efficiently and support growth. Without enough calories, protein may be used as a source of energy instead of being put towards tissue growth and repair. Vegetables, hormones, dairy foods, and nut meats all have their own important roles in the diet, but are not necessary for protein utilization and growth in the same way that calories are.

Dietary Protein Will Not Be Used Efficiently and Will Not