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Which of the following processes in xenobiotic metabolism is sometimes called “Phase 3” and involves transport proteins that are specific for polar metabolites?

What is the source of oxygen in the aldehyde dehydrogenase reaction?

What metabolite of ethanol builds up to toxic concentrations in persons who are homozygous for the ALDH2*2 allele?

Products marketed as “oxygen enhancers” aim to target which 5 variables? Please list all 5.

TRUE or FALSE: Athletes can develop a tolerance to caffeine and may see more benefit of caffeine use if they do a 7-10 day washout period preceding competition where no caffeine is consumed

You are working with an athlete who is a cross country long distance runner. It is calculated that they are consuming approximately 2975 calories per day and 365 grams of carbohydrate per day. Answer the following: 1. Calculate what percentage of their diet is coming from carbohydrate?  2. Does this fall into the recommended intake range for daily, general carbohydrate intake (aka NOT carbohydrate loading ranges)?  3. If this athlete begins to complain of early fatigue and poor recovery, what recommendation would you make to their daily carbohydrate intake level? 

1. What amount of potassium per day is considered excess? 2. If excess potassium is being consumed on a regular basis what negative side effects and health risks can occur?       

What percentage of calories should come from carbohydrates on a day-to-day basis for athletes looking to maintain and maximize glycogen storage?

True or false: John Cleese says the more confident you get, the more creative you become.

What’s best for creativity, according to the WorkLife podcast?