chapter 6 part 2 Flashcards
which group gets too much protein?
men from 14-51
which groups get not enough protein?
old women
formula for finding the amount of protein you should eat?
(weight (lbs) / 2.2) x 0.8
how many grams of protein per kilogram does someone need?
0.8 g
how much protein does someone need for strength training?
1.2-1.7 g
getting too much protein is related to what diseases and why?
heart disease - high protein contains lots of saturated fat and cholesterol
kidney disease - it strains the kidneys since it causes inflammation
cancer- excess protein causes cells to multiply more rapidly
what problems can be caused by inadequate protein intake?
reduction of lean body mass, frailty, impaired healing, decrease immune function
what is sarcopenia?
age related muscle loss
what advice can you give to your grandma to increase her strength?
-get enough protein (1-1.1g)
-get enough exercise
-vitamin D
-eat more fruits and vegetables
-eat less meat and processed grains
describe the differences between the types of protein energy malnutrition?
kwashiorker- severe deficiency of protein
marasmus- severe deficiency of all kinds of calories
how does the protein intake of vegans compare to those who are not vegetarians?
they are similar
what are the advantages of plant protein?
-no stress of the kidneys
-reduced risk of heart failure
-less or no saturated fat and no cholesterol
-lower in calories
-packaged in food that has higher fiber
what is a complete protein?
all essential amino acids with sufficient quantity in that particular food
to get a complete protein, you need to combine foods from any _____ of the following categories?
two
what are the categories that u can get a complete protein from?
legumes, grains, vegetables, nuts/seeds
