Nutrition Modules 3 & 4 Flashcards
What does ‘protein’ mean in Greek?
Of primary importance
How long does your ‘prime’ last and when does it occur?
one decade (20-30 years of age)
What is an important dietary consideration in aging well?
Make an effort to improve and/or maintain muscle mass
How much muscle mass do we lose per decade from our late 30s onward?
5 lbs of muscle mass per decade
What can we do to slow the loss of muscle mass?
- Resistance training (use muscles)
- Sufficient protein intake from food
- Protein supplementation as a top up
What percentage of body weight does skeletal muscle make up?
40% of body weight
How many amino acids in a protein?
20 amino acids (a chain)
What elements are contained in amino acids?
- carbon
- hydrogen
- oxygen
- nitrogen
What makes the composition of protein different from lipids and fats?
nitrogen
Why don’t we use protein as an energy source?
Because the body has to eliminate nitrogen before protein can be used; this takes time and therefore isn’t suitable as a primary energy source
Protein is in a constant state of ______________ and ____________.
anabolism, catabolism
How do amino acid levels in the body change?
- anabolic growth
- catabolic breakdown
Where does available amino acids come from?
protein intake, skeletal muscle breakdown
How do you avoid catabolism throughout the day?
by consuming protein at timely intervals throughout the day
What aspects are taken into consideration when determining optimal levels of protein intake?
- 1.0 - 3.5 g/kg/Body weight
- Age
- Activity level
What is an essential amino acid and how many are there?
- body cannot make them… must obtain them from foods we consume
- there are 9 of them
What is a non-essential amino acid and how many are there?
- the body can make them
- there are 11
Why are animal proteins considered a strong source of protein?
The best sources of protein are animal sources because they contain all 9 ‘essential’ amino acids
What are some examples of animal based proteins?
- Eggs
- Beef
- Poultry (chicken, turkey)
- Fish
- Dairy (milk, yogurt, cheese)
- Whey Protein Isolate (powder supplement)
What are some weaknesses of animal sourced proteins?
Animal protein provides vitamins & minerals, but are low in fiber and high in cholesterol & saturated fat
What kinds of plants also provide proteins?
grains, nuts, legumes (peas, chickpeas, beans, peanuts, lentils, soybeans, etc.)
What are plant proteins missing?
some ‘essential’ amino acids
What two plant sources of protein contain all 9 essential amino acids?
soy & quinoa
What are some positive aspects of what plant proteins provide?
Plant protein provides vitamins & minerals, fiber, phytochemicals, and unsaturated fats
What is the distribution between animal and plant proteins in North American diets?
- 70% animal proteins
- 30% from plant protein
What is the distribution between animal and plant proteins in European and South American diets?
- 35% animal protein
- 65% plant protein
What is the distribution between animal and plant proteins in African and Asian diets?
- 20% animal protein
- 80% plant protein
What are the top five sources of protein in North America?
Beef, chicken, milk, cheese, and bread
Which plant-based product should you avoid if you have a thyroid issue?
soy
How many grams of fat in pizza?
10 g
How many grams of fat in chocolate?
13 grams
How many grams of fat in chips?
10 grams
How many grams of fat in a cookie?
4 grams
How many grams of fat in ice cream?
15 grams
How many grams of fat in french fries?
18 grams
How many grams of fat in a cheeseburger?
28 grams
How many grams of fat in regular soda?
0, (but lots of sugar)
How many grams of fat in cake?
10 grams
How many grams of fat in cheese?
9 grams
What is the role of protein in the body?
Maintenance and repair of body tissue & functions including:
- Blood clotting
- Fluid balance
- Hormone production
- Transport of substances in bloodstream
- Cell repair
What are the negative consequences of not getting enough protein?
- Immune system won’t function properly
- Increased risk of infection, disease, sickness, even death
- Tissue & cell damage… muscle, heart, liver decrease in size
True or false: Proteins can also be broken down to supply energy… if the body needs to use it
True
Are animal or plant proteins complete proteins (all 9 amino acids)?
Animal proteins
Which group must plan effectively to get necessary proteins by choosing foods containing ‘complimentary’ proteins: meat eaters or plant eaters?
Plant eaters because plants (with the exception of two) don’t contain all 9 essential amino acids
What are sources of plant protein from the grain group?
- barley
- rye and wheat
- cornmeal
- oats
- buckwheat
- rice
- pasta
What are sources of plant protein from the legumes group?
- beans
- lentils
- green peas
- chickpeas
- soybeans
What are sources of plant protein from the nuts and seeds group?
- sesame seeds
- sunflower seeds
- walnuts
- cashews
- pumpkin seeds
- peanuts
What are the top ten plants based proteins based on the powerpoint?
- asparagus
- broccoli
- pumpkin seeds
- hemp seeds
- sunflower seeds
- beans
- quinoa
- peas
- lentils
- chia seeds
What does compensating for incomplete proteins via food combinations refer to?
Combining two or more ‘incomplete’ protein sources creates a ‘complete’ protein
What are some examples of food combinations that create complete proteins?
Combine grains and legumes:
- Peanut butter on whole-wheat bread
- Rice and beans
- Bean soup and a roll
- Salad with chickpeas and cornbread
- Tofu-vegetable stir-fry over rice or pasta
- Vegetarian chili with bread
Combine grains and nuts/seeds
- Whole wheat bun with sesame seeds
- Breadsticks rolled with sesame seeds
- Rice cakes with peanut butter
Combine legumes and nuts/seeds
- Hummus (chickpeas and sesame paste)
- Trail mix (peanuts, sunflower seeds)
What are the two plant-based sourced of a complete protein?
soy beans and quinoa (ivory coloured seed from South America - Peru, Bolivia, & Chile)
What are some key findings related to the health benefits of soy bean products?
- Soy bean products are rich in protein & essential amino acids
- Soy milk and regular milk have similar levels of protein (8.5 g v. 8.8 g)
- Soy products do not contain the ‘saturated’ fat
- Soy products contain various ‘isoflavones’… which are phytochemicals (disease prevention!)
With a minimum of 25 g of soy per day, what are some of the expected health benefits?
Soy can assist in…
- Lowering cholesterol (fiber)
- Great sources of Omega 3 fatty acids (brain health)
- Great source of protein (muscle, immune system, etc.)
- Reduce risk of prostate cancer & breast cancer (isoflavones)
- Lower blood pressure by producing nitric oxide in arteries… keeps ‘open’
Is the rumor that consuming soy causes men to develop breasts true?
- Soy & Estrogen… isoflavones in soy bind to estrogen receptors = more estrogen… but this plant form is not nearly as strong as animal estrogen.
- Human estrogen is 1000 times stronger
- So, no… it does not cause males to grow breasts!
What are some good sources of soy?
- Tofu and tofu based products (burgers, wieners, meats)
- Edamame (green soy beans… half cup = 8g Protein!)
- Miso paste (Japanese miso soup)
- Soy milk and products (yogurt)… read the label, tho!
- Soy flour (baking)
What is gluten?
- Gluten is a protein in grain products (wheat, barley, rye)
- It aids in the ‘rising’ of dough and ‘binding process’ in baking (i.e. gives bread its ‘springiness’)
Who is unable to eat gluten?
People diagnosed with Celiac Disease
What is celiac disease?
- Chronic intolerance to gluten… reaction in small intestine causing damage to the lining (tiny holes)
- Cannot absorb the protein… leads to headaches, abdominal pain, bloating, diarrhea, and fatigue
How many people have celiac disease or are gluten-sensitive?
- Approximately 1% of the population has Celiac Disease
- Less than 400 000 Canadians
- Approximately 5% have Non-Celiac Gluten Sensitivity
- Less than 2 million Canadians
- That accounts for less than 2.5 million Canadians, yet 5 million of us buy gluten-free products, exclusively
What was the result of a US based study regarding gluten?
85% of individuals who think they cannot have gluten, can actually tolerate it! They just choose to eat gluten-free.
What are some of the problems with gluten-free diets?
- Gluten-Free Versions Price… often double the cost or more Why? Because they are highly processed
- Added sugar, fat, salt… anywhere from 2X to 4 X!
- Missing out on good ‘complex’ carbs and ‘plant’ protein
- Missing out on nutrients like fiber
- Missing out on some vitamins & minerals
What is the dieticians of Canada recommendation relating to intake of protein?
Dieticians of Canada Recommendation = 12 - 15% of total kcal/day or a minimum or 0.8g protein per kg body weight
Who needs more than 1 g/kg of protein per day?
Those still growing, recovering from illness, or people who exercise!
What is a good strategy regarding daily protein consumption?
- Consume 30 grams of protein at each meal
- Consume 20 grams protein before exercise
- Consume 20 grams protein after exercise
- Consume remaining protein in snacks, beverages (10 grams each) between meals and before bed
- Based on 1.0 – 3.5 grams per kg formula
What happens when you consume carbs with protein pre & post exercise?
Consuming carbohydrates with protein pre & post exercise stimulates release of growth hormones
2:1 Carb to Pro ratio (40 g carbs/20 g protein) (another article also cites 4:1)
What is the current protein intake recommendation for the average sedentary person?
0.8 g/kg of BW/day
What is the current protein intake recommendation for a minimally active person?
1.0 g/kg of BW/day
What is the current protein intake recommendation for a moderate-intense exerciser?
1.2 - 1.7 g/kg of BW/day