Module 1 – Unit 3: Protein (Study Notes)

Multiple Choice

Why are proteins considered essential for the human body?

• Because they provide flavor to food

• Because they are structural and functional components of the body

• Because they are only found in animal products

• Because they are a type of vitamin

Open Ended

Explain the difference between essential, conditionally essential, and non-essential amino acids.

Open Ended

List three functions of protein in the human body.

Multiple Choice

Which part of the small intestine completes most protein digestion?

• Duodenum

• Jejunum

• Ileum

• Large intestine

Multiple Choice

Which of the following factors can affect protein needs?

• Age

• Body weight

• Activity level

• All of the above

Fill in the Blanks

Fill in the blank: A 75 kg person needs about

grams of protein per day.

Multiple Select

Which foods are considered high biological value (HBV) proteins?

• Meat

• Fish

• Legumes

• Eggs

Open Ended

Why should pregnant women and young children avoid high-mercury fish?

Multiple Choice

Which of the following types of meat should be avoided due to increased bowel cancer risk?

• Smoked meat

• Fresh chicken

• Grilled fish

• Boiled eggs

Multiple Select

Which of the following are true about soy according to the evidence-based summary?

• Soy contains isoflavones (phytoestrogens)

• Soy raises oestrogen levels in humans

• Soy reduces testosterone

• Soy may offer protective effects against breast cancer

Open Ended

Compare the nutritional benefits of dairy protein and plant protein as described in the slides.

Fill in the Blanks

Fermentation (e.g. tempeh, miso) significantly reduces

in foods.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT an essential amino acid that must be obtained from the diet?

• Histidine

• Isoleucine

• Alanine

• Leucine

Open Ended

Summarize what you learned about the different types of amino acids and their roles in the body.