Protein - the basics
This is the number of calories in one gram of protein.
What is 4?
This type of exercise helps maintain muscle mass
What is weight-bearing?
The RDA for protein for people 64+?
What is 1-1.2 g/kg body weight
This type of yogurt is one of the better sources of dairy protein
What is greek yogurt?
This is an example of a protein supplement drink
What is Boost?
As a percent of total daily caloric intake, protein should make up about this percent range.
What is 10-35%
These are an example of weight bearing exercises
What are squats and push ups?
As we age, we require protein to help us maintain our what?
What are muscles?
This serving size of chicken can provide 30 grams of protein
What is 4 ounces?
This type of protein supplement is easy to digest and contains all the essential amino acids.
What is whey?
This is the name for age related muscle loss
What is sarcopenia?
Ideally, strive for this much exercise per day (time)
What is 20 minutes?
Another name for legumes. a good source of protein.
What are beans?
This grain is a good source of complete protein
What is Quinoa?
Deficency of this vitamin, which is hard to get with a plant based diet, can cause anemia.
What is Vitamin B12?
It is believed that we lose this much muscle mass per decade, beginning at age 30.
What is 3-5%?
This is the ability to move a joint through its complete range of motion
What is flexibility?
We should strive for this much protein at each meal
What is 25-35 grams?
This is a high quality plant based protein.
What is pea protein?
What is 9?
These are the building blocks of protein
What are amino acids?
This type of exercise supplies oxygen-rich blood to skeletal muscles during sustained physical activity
What is cardio?
As we get older, our bodies are not as efficient at synthesizing protein due to the decrease in the production of this
What are hormones?
Myth or fact: Plant based sources of protein are healthier than animal sources.
What is myth?
Protein is a... Macronutrient or micronutrient?
What is a macronutrient?