Protein

Eggs are a complete protein.

• True
• False

Non-meat examples of protein include

• broccoli, kale, carrots
• beans, legumes, eggs
• tofu, apples, spinach

_ is/are used to build and repair muscle.

• carbohydrates
• fiber
• protein
• fat

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

• Eggs
• Meat and Fish
• Nuts and Legumes
• All of the above

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.

How many amino acids does our body need in a day to function properly?

• 11

• 20

• 9

• 4

• 36

If I take in a gram of protein, approximately how many calories have I consumed?

• 2,000 calories

• 9 calories

• 3,500 calories

• 4 calories

• 2 calories

Based on the national guidelines, approximately how much of my daily calories should be coming from protein for the average person?

• 25-35%

• 10-15%

• 5-10%

• 0-5%

• 45-65%

What could be an issue if I do not consume enough protein regularly?

• Lead to a break down of muscle and tissue in the body

• Increase the amount of energy

• Dehydration of the body's cells

• Weight gain which can lead to heart disease

• Both A and D are correct

What is a type of protein that speeds up chemical reactions?

• sucrose
• insulin
• enzyme
• antibodies