Proteins Flashcards
How does your body use proteins?
They build and repair all our body’s tissues and all of our muscles and organs.
What are proteins known as?
Growing and fixing foods.
Which foods are sources of protein?
Animals include meat,fish,chicken,eggs,milk and cheese. Plants include chickpeas,nuts and soya
How do proteins work in a balanced diet?
Very important part of our diet. Bodies cannot grow or stay healthy without eating proteins often. Animal sources of protein include fats so we must choose lower fat options like low fat,fat free dairy and lean meats.
What are proteins?
Proteins are complex compounds of carbon,hydrogen,oxygen and small amounts of sulphur or iodine. Proteins are involved in everyone of our cells they are involved in every cellular activity.
