How does physical activity level influence nutrient requirements?

Higher activity requires more carbohydrates only.

Lower activity decreases all nutrient needs.

Higher activity requires more energy and specific nutrients.

All nutrients are needed equally regardless of activity.

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C. Higher activity requires more energy and specific nutrients.

Solution:

Higher physical activity levels increase energy demands as well as certain nutrient requirements, particularly those involved in energy metabolism and recovery. Lower activity doesn't decrease all needs, and not all nutrients are equally affected by activity.

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