Protien

Question 1

what is protien’s main function?

Answer 1

to maintain, grow, replace and repair body cells (important for growth in youth)

Question 2

what is protien’s secondary function?

Answer 2

to act as a fuel for producing energy

Question 3

what are proteins made up of?

Answer 3

amino acids

Question 4

what are essential amino acids?

Answer 4

amino acids that cannot be synthesised in the body and must therefore be consumed for optimal functioning

Question 5

what are non essential amino acids?

Answer 5

amino acids that can be synthesised (or made) in the body from other amino acids

Question 6

what are ‘complete proteins’

Answer 6

protiens that contain all essential amino acids in the quantities required for growth, repair and replacement of body cells

Question 7

how do proteins produce energy?

Answer 7

the protein is broken down into amino acids and is then converted into fats or carbohydrates as a fuel to produce energy

Question 8

food sources of protein

Answer 8

lean meats, fish, egg, chicken, milk, legumes, nuts, and cheese