Quiz Week 4 Flashcards
Protein is made up of?
CHO (Carbohydrates) + Nitrogen
Amino Acids are joined together by what type of Bonds?
Peptide Bonds
Amino acids created in the body are what kind?
Nonessential
Proteins containing all the essential amino acids are called?
High Quality or Complete Proteins
The average adult should get how much protein per day?
.8g / kg of body weight
Protein contains how many calories?
4 kcal/gram
What kind of athlete needs more protein?
Endurance athlete
A vegetarian that eats no flesh but does eat dairy and eggs is what kind of vegetarian?
Lacto Ovo Vegetarian
The main function of protein in the body?
Anabolism = Growth and repair of tissue.
Consequences of too much protein in the diet?
Heart Disease
Obesity
Osteoporosis
Cancer