When do cows produce milk?
Like humans, only when pregnant. A cow has to give birth to a calf once a year to produce milk
What is protein?
A branch chain of amino acids
What is lactose?
A sugar found in milk and dairy products
How many grams of protein can your body absorb in one sitting? ( a sitting is a course of 1.5-2 hours)
20 to 25 grams
What kind of fats are found in dairy?
Saturated, Monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fatty acids
How are proteins stored in the body?
The body can’t store proteins, once needs are met any extra protein is used for energy or stored as fat.
What vitamins are found in milk that are important for bone health?
Calcium, Phosphorus, Vitamin D and Protein
How does protein stimulate muscle growth?
What causes being lactose intolerance?
The body not producing enough lactase - an enzyme normally found in your small intestine that is used to digest lactose.
What is a complete protein? Give examples of foods that are considered a complete protein.
A food that contains all 9 essential amino acids that the human body needs.
Examples include meat, poultry, fish, eggs and dairy.
Plant based proteins such as quinoa, buckwheat, seitan and soy.