U 8. Protein and nutrition // Chapter 1. Protein

U 8. Protein and nutrition // Chapter 1. Protein

Learning Outcomes

• Demonstrate an understanding of protein sources and their importance in the diet.

• Explore vegetarianism.

Multiple Choice

What is a Protein?

• a compound

• a nutrient

• an amino acid

Poll

Do you eat the right amount of protein?

• yes

• no

• maybe so

Multiple Choice

____ is/are used to build and repair muscle.

• carbohydrates

• protein

• fiber

• fat

Multiple Select

Why do we need to consume proteins? Select all the correct answers.

• Build lean mass

• components of enzymes

• To ensure the gastrointestinal tract remains healthy

• Produce hormones for cellular comunication

• Assist with transport of fat

The importance of protein

Protein is important in the diet. You need it to help your body grow and repair. In this chapter, you will learn about different types of protein and the importance of eating meat, fish and eggs. You will also learn how to store raw meat and fish. Finally, you will design a high protein fish dish.

Multiple Choice

A food that contains all 9 essential amino acids

• globular proteins

• fibrous proteins

• complete proteins

• whey

Multiple Choice

Client number 1 “I am feeling tired, my body is finding it hard to repair and fight disease”. Your client might be deficient in:

• iron

• vitamin B12

• Protein

Multiple Choice

Client number 2 “I am feeling very tired all of the time”. Your client might be deficient in:might be deficient in:

• iron

• vitamin B12

• Protein

Multiple Choice

Client number 3 “I am feeling tired and I am having bone problems”. Your client might be deficient in:

• iron

• vitamin B12

• Protein

Multiple Select

You are a chef. You are designing a new high protein recipe. Choose high protein foods from the options below.

• Fish

• bread

• Quinoa

• chicken

• chocolate

Multiple Choice

Non-meat examples of protein include

• broccoli, kale, carrots

• beans, legumes, eggs

• tofu, apples, spinach

Multiple Choice

Eggs are a complete protein.

• True

• False

Multiple Choice

What kinds of food can you get protein from in your diet?

• Eggs

• Meat and Fish

• Nuts and Legumes

• All of the above

Multiple Choice

Incomplete proteins come from what sources?

• Animal

• Original

• Plant

• Synthetic

Multiple Choice

A protein source which contains all the essential amino acids in sufficient quantities is an example of a:

• Low quality protein

• High quality protein

• Medium quality protein

• Plant-based protein