Protein Flashcards
What % of the body is comprised of Protein?
18%
What is another name for Protein?
Peptides
While carbohydrates and fat are made up only of carbon, oxygen and hydrogen, what is the fourth chemical that makes up Protein?
Nitrogen
How many different amino acids does the body need to make all the proteins it requires?
20
How many amino acids are considered, essential, as in the body does not make them so must be consumed?
9
How many amino acids are considered Nonessential, as in the body can make them from other compounds?
11
What are the 6 major functions of amino acids in the body?
Amino acids synthesize proteins needed for …
- Structure
- Catalysis
- Movement
- Transport
- Communication
- Protection
What are amino acids?
Amino acids are the building blocks that form protein.
What amino acid is needed for the formation of glutathione?
Cysteine
Why is meat considered a complete protein?
Animal proteins, such as meat, eggs, and milk, are complete proteins, meaning they provide all of the essential amino acids our body needs.
How would a vegan consume a complete protein?
By combining complementary proteins – like grains (rice or bread) and plant-based protein sources, like peanuts or beans – you create a complete protein.
Protein combining is not necessary on a meal-by-meal basis. What timeline has been proven to be sufficient for the intake of all needed amino acids
1 to 2 days
What occurs within the body if there is an amino acid deficiency?
The body will break down muscle protein to obtain it.
T or F. If you ate all the necessary amino acids over a 1 to 2 day period, the muscle proteins lost can be replaced?
True
Why would you want to measure protein using it’s biological value (BV)?
Because it measures the amount of nitrogen that is released from the protein and absorbed into the body.
