Food Tech- Food Science

Question 1

Protein Function

Answer 1

growth of new cells and tissues, repair of tissues, Energy source if there’s a deficit of carbohydrate, making enzymes and hormones

Question 2

Protein sources

Answer 2

Soya, peas, lentils meats like chicken, lamb, beef

Question 3

Protein Deficiency

Answer 3

Kwashiorkor usually occurs in children when there is a famine. Poor growth rates, water retention

Question 4

HBV Proteins

Answer 4

Foods that contain all 8 essential amino acids. Comes from animal sources like meat and also soya

Question 5

LBV Protein

Answer 5

Doesn’t contain 8 essential amino acids. Plant sources: Peas, lentils, nuts

Question 6

What is protein complementation

Answer 6

Combining different sources of protein that contain different essential amino acids to create a HBV meal eg. Beans on toast

Question 7

What is the chemical structure of protein?

Answer 7

Chains of amino acids linked together

Question 8

Examples of Protein alternatives

Answer 8

Soya bean
Tofu
Miso
Soya milk
Mycoprotein (Quorn)

Question 9

DRV of Protein For men and women

Answer 9

56g Men, 45g Women

Question 10

Pros of protein alternatives

Answer 10

• High in HBV values
• High in Fibre
• Low in fat

Question 11

Cons of protein alternatives

Answer 11

Low in vitamins and minerals like iron and B12

Question 12

Function of fat

Answer 12

Concentrated source of energy, makes cells, keeps body warm, protects vital organs, fat soluble vitamins A,D,E and K, provides fatty acids omega 3 and omega 6

Question 13

Sources of Fat

Answer 13

Plant- vegetable oils, avocados, nuts, seeds