Protein Flashcards
1
Q
What are the functions of protein?
A
Growth, repair and energy
2
Q
Where can protein be found in the diet?
A
All fish Meats - chicken,turkey Beans Pulses Some diary - milk, cheese, yoghurt Eggs Seeds Nuts Quorn Soya and almond milk
3
Q
What does HBV stand for?
A
High Biological Value
Proteins that contain all of the essential acids in these foods
4
Q
How much protein is needed in the diet?
A
Child 1-3 years 14.5g Child 4-6 years 19.9g Child 7-10 years 28.3g Male teenagers 11-14 42.1g Male teenagers 15-18 55.2g Male adults 19-50 55.5g Male adults 50+ 53.3g Female teenagers 11-14 41.2g Female teenagers 15-18 45g Female adults 19-50 45g Female 50+ 46.5g Pregnant female extra 6g Breastfeeding female extra 11g
5
Q
What does LBV stand for?
A
Low Biological Value
Foods that contain one or more amino acid
6
Q
What food have HBV proteins?
A
Meat Soya beans Dairy products Fish Eggs
7
Q
What foods have LBV proteins?
A
Nuts
Lentils
Cereal
Seeds
8
Q
What are essential animo acids?
A
Amino acids that the body can not produce.
They are only found in foods.
9
Q
How many amino acids does a child need?
A
8
10
Q
How many amino acids does an adult need?
A
10
