Protein Basics
Food
Protein & Health
100

Protein is one of the three major types of this nutrient.

What is a macronutrient?

100

A plant-based food.

What is Quinoa, Chia Seeds,Fruits, Soy, Hemp, Vegetables, etc.

100

This type of meat is recommended to be limited.

What is red meat?

200

Protein is made from these building blocks.

What are amino acids?

200

An animal-based food.

What is Fish, Eggs, Meat, Poultry, etc....

200

This type of meat is recommended to be avoided.

What is processed meat?

300

The number of essential amino acids that must come from food.

What are 9?

300

This food is a popular plant-based source of protein and fiber.

What is Lentil?

300

This breakfast food is a well-known source of protein.

What are eggs?

400

Proteins in the body that speed up chemical reactions.

What are enzymes?

400

This fish is a good source of protein and healthy fats.

What is salmon?

400

Harvard recommends eating more protein from these foods instead of processed meats.


What are beans, nuts, fish, and poultry?