Protein Basics
Name two animal based protein sources.
What is chicken, turkey, fish, beef, pork, or dairy.
What are two examples of physical activities that you can do each week to help maintain muscle mass?
What is walk for 30 minutes five days a week, go hiking, jog or run for 75 minutes a week, balance-improving activities (such as foot taps or walking marches) three times a week, strength-training at least twice a week
What are two examples of social activities you can do each week?
What is go to the movies, join a local book club, participate in your neighborhood's bake off or dish swapping, host a board game night for friends or family once a month, volunteer at your local charities, schools, parks, gardens, or animal shelters
What is malnutrition?
What is a chronic lack of nutrients delivered in the body. Can be seen through muscle wasting, fat loss, poor oral intakes, vitamin/mineral deficiency.
What vitamins and minerals do protein-rich food sources typically contain?
What is B vitamins, vitamin E, zinc, iron, and magnesium.
Name two plant based protein sources.
What is beans, tofu, tempeh, lentils, hemp seeds, spelt, nutritional yeast, quinoa, Ezekiel bread, soy milk, oats, chia seeds, nuts and nut butters
Why is physical activity important to your health?
What is maintaining cardiovascular fitness, prevent disease and malnutrition, maintain or build muscles, manage weight status, increase energy
Why is social activity important for you overall health?
What is increase self-confidence, avoid isolation, maintain a stable emotional well-being, build friendships, be a part of something greater than yourself (purpose), ability to experience new things, prevent malnutrition
Name three things protein-rich foods help with in the body.
What is wound healing, tissue and cell repair/building, growth and development, maintain satiety, prevent muscle loss, helps make hormones, red blood cells and antibodies, helps maintain fluid balance and more!
Why is it important to eat protein every day?
What is protein cannot be stored in the body.
Who should you talk to if you are concerned that you or someone you love is malnourished?
What is a doctor or registered dietitian
How much protein is in a palm-sized serving?
What is 20-30 grams
How much of your diet should contain protein?
What is 10-35% of you daily intake
Where is protein found in the body?
What is everywhere! In muscle, bones, skin, hair and cells.