Protein Review

Complete proteins contain all the essential amino acids.

• True
• False

Proteins are made up of: 

• complete
• animal sources
• amino acids
• germ spots

Proteins that are missing some amino acids and typically come from plant sources are ______________ proteins.

• complete
• incomplete

Which of the following is a health benefit of protein?

• Energy
• keeps you regular
• super powers

Which of the following is a complete protein?

• lima beans
• eggs
• sugar snap peas
• peanuts

What are examples of protein?

• Hair
• Nails
• Muscles
• All of these

Amino Acids:

• are a type of marinade.
• help transport fats in the body.
• are the building blocks from which proteins are made.
• are only found in plants.

The PRIMARY function of protein is

• to provide energy.
• to build and repair body tissues.
• to regulate body functions.
• to insulate and protect the body.

An example of a complementary protein is

• milk and cookies
• cheese and crackers
• steak and eggs
• rice and beans

Incomplete proteins typically come from what sources?

• Animal
• Plant
• Original
• Synthetic