Proteins Flashcards
(14 cards)
What organ is between the stomach and the colon
Small intestine
Amino acids always contain
Amino acid group (NH2)
A carboxylic group (COOH)
Where does protein digestion start
The stomach
What is digestion of protein
Involved the breakdown of protein to amino acid
What does the pancreas do
Helps with digestion and releases hormones such an insulin that regulate glucose levels
What does the gallbladder do
Stores bile this is a thick liquid produced by the liver to help us digest lipids
What does the liver do for digestion
Produces and Secretes bile which helps carry away waste and break down fats in the small intestine
What role does urea production have for the body
Ensures the removal of toxic ammonia from our body
Also makes sure nitrogen balance
Essentiall acids and fats are what
Something the body can’t naturally synthesise
How many essential amino acids are there
9
What are the essential amino acids
ANY -
HELP -
IN -
LEARNING -leucine
THESE -
LITTLE -lysine
MOLECULES-methionine
PROVES -
TRULEY -
VALUABLE -
WHAT IS A DIAAS
Digestible indispensable amino acid score
Provided a more accurate measure of amino acids absorbed by the body
What contains all essential amino acids
MILK
What are amio acids bond with in proteins
Amide bonds
