Protein Flashcards
1
Q
Protein
A
Long chains of amino acids
2
Q
Excess protein…
A
Is converted into glucose then stored in the liver as glycogen. It is a secondary source of energy
3
Q
LBV proteins
A
Needed by the body in large amounts. They lack one or more essential amino acid
4
Q
Amino acids
A
The units from which protein molecules are made. They are the building blocks of molecules and can be seen under a microscope
5
Q
HBV proteins
A
Contain all the essential amino acids needed by the body
6
Q
Macronutrients
A
Needed by the body in large amounts. These nutrients are proteins fats and carbohydrates
7
Q
Complementary proteins
A
When different LBV proteins are eaten together and become HPV proteins and contain all the essential amino acids
