Question

What are some examples of negative nitrogen balance?

Answer 1

Negative nitrogen balance:

1. The difference between nitrogen output and input is called nitrogen balance.
2. When less nitrogen is taken in than is being excreted, it is called a negative nitrogen balance.
3. It is not an optimal condition.
4. Negative nitrogen balance leads to malnourishment.

Negative nitrogen balance is seen during:

1. Emotional stress
2. Physical stress
3. Fever
4. Wasting diseases
5. Burns
6. Serious tissue injuries
7. Consumption of a low-calorie diet
8. Consumption of low-quality proteins