Protein Flashcards
1
Q
What is protein made up of?
A
Amino acids
2
Q
Elements in protein
A
Carbon, oxygen, hydrogen and nitrogen
3
Q
1g =
A
4kcals
4
Q
Classification of protein
A
HBV and LBV
5
Q
What is HBV protein
A
Contains more essential amino acids
6
Q
Three types of HBV protein
A
Meat, fish and eggs
7
Q
What is LBV protein
A
Contains fewer essential amino acids
8
Q
Three types of LBV protein
A
Peas, beans and nuts
9
Q
RI of protein
A
1g for kg bodyweight
10
Q
Functions of protein.
A
Growth, repair of body cells, heat and energy and production of hormones, enzymes and antibodies
11
Q
Who needs a lot of protein.
A
Children and teenagers
