What is a Protein?
True of False: A protein is an energy yielding nutrient.
True
How many amino acids are there?
20
True or False: If carbohydrates and fat are lacking in the body, protein cannot be used as an energy source.
False
What are two categories of protein we can get from food?
Plant and Animal
True or False: The body stores protein.
False
What 4 nutrients make up protein?
Carbon, Hydrogen, Oxygen, Nitrogen
The body can synthesize how many amino acids?
11
What percent of your body is made up of protein?
18-20%
What are 2 plant sources of protein?
Grains, nuts, seed, legumes, soybeans, etc.
How many ounces of protein should you consume on a daily basis?
5-6 ounces
What does it mean to denature a protein?
Change shape and take on new characteristics.
What is another term for indispensable amino acids?
Essential amino acids
Proteins linked with fat form what?
Lipoproteins
What does it mean if something is a complementary protein?
Two or more incomplete proteins that can be combined to provide all the indispensable proteins.
What is one effect of excess protein in the diet?
Kidney and Liver Problems, Calcium Loss, Excess Body Fat
What substances can denature a protein?
Heat, acids, bases, and alcohol.
What is another term for nonessential amino acids?
Dispensable Amino Acids
Protein is needed to form what structures in your body?
Muscles, organs, skin, hair, nails, and every other body part.
What source of protein is considered a complete protein?
Animal Proteins
What does it mean if you are in Nitrogen Equilibrium?
You are consuming the same amount of nitrogen as your body is using.
The body has at least how many types of proteins?
At least 30,000
Where do indispensable amino acids come from?
Food sources
What is one example from our notes of a vital substance that protein carry throughout the body?
Iron
What are 2 of the 5 categories discussed in class that are reasons for vegetarianism?
Religious, Health, Socioeconomic, Environmental, Humanitarianism
What are the five groups of people that have an increased need for protein?
Children and teens, Pregnant and breastfeeding women, Taller people, Males, and those with an Injury or Illness.