Protein Flashcards
1
Q
What elements are proteins made out of
A
Carbon
Hydrogen
Oxygen
NITROGEN (how it’s different from carbs)
2
Q
What are amino acids
A
20 different amino acids make up proteins. Each protein has a unique sequence of amino acids
9 essential
3
Q
What happens with overconsumption of protein
A
Obesity due to excess amino acids are stored as fat.
High animal protein diet = low fibre, lack carbs
4
Q
Protein is needed for….
A
…growth and repair
5
Q
Functions of protein in the body
A
Help absorb calcium
Growth (height, weight, illness)
Hormones- communication between cells
Enzymes - chemical reactions
6
Q
What happens when your a vegan (amino acids)
A
You don’t get the 9 essential amino acids and have to make them using complementary foods
7
Q
How many kj/g do proteins provide
A
16.7kj/g
