Protein Flashcards
1
Q
What’s the 4 compositions of protein
A
Carbon , oxygen, hydrogen, nitrogen
2
Q
What’s is protein made out of ?
A
Amino acids
3
Q
What’s makes the _______ link?
A
Peptide links the amino acid together
4
Q
_______ are substainte that help chemical reactions. - during digestion __ breaks down amino acids
A
Enzymes
5
Q
Sources of protein - HBV
A
Meat , eggs, milk
6
Q
Sources of protein- LBV
A
Peas, beans, lentils, nuts and cereal
7
Q
Reference intake for protein
A
1kg of body weight
8
Q
Functions of protein
A
Growth and repair of all body cells ( skin, blood, tissues and bones)
9
Q
Protein deficiency symptoms
A
Poor or stunted growth with muscle wasting,
Slow healing of wounds,
Hair breakage and loss
Poor general health
Hormones and enzymes imbalances
10
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