Protein Basics
How many kcals of energy are in a gram of protein?
4
What protein carries oxygen in red blood cells?
hemoglobin
What food is considered to be the highest quality protein
Eggs
What are proteins made of?
What are amino acids?
Which element is found in proteins but not in carbohydrates or lipids?
nitrogen
What structural protein is found in skin, hair, and nails?
keratin
What plant-based food is considered a complete protein?
What is soy
What part of an amino acid makes it unique from others?
Unique Side Chain
What type of bond connects amino acids in a protein?
Peptide Bond
What is the most abundant protein in the human body?
Collagen
What is the recommended dietary allowance (RDA) for protein for the average adult per kilogram of body weight?
What is 0.8 grams per kilogram?
What happens when a protein is heated too much and loses its function?
denaturation
What is the general term for a protein that aids in digestions by speeding up chemical reactions in the body?
enzyme
What happens if you don’t eat enough protein?
What is muscle loss, fatigue, or weakened immune function
What is the term for a protein source that lacks one or more essential amino acids?
What is an incomplete protein?
How many essential amino acids are there for humans?
9
What is the name of the condition caused by severe protein deficiency?
kwashiorkor
What happens to excess dietary protein in the body?
What is it is converted to energy or stored as fat?