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WorksheetsProtein Review
Total questions: 19
Worksheet time: 18mins
Who is likely to choose vegetarian options?
Athletes
People with allergies
Health-conscious individuals
Children
When does the plant-based diet date back to?
The 18th Century
Ancient civilizations
The 20th Century
The Middle Ages
Name the three main types of vegetarians.
Pescatarian, Vegan, Omnivore
Lacto-vegetarian, Ovo-vegetarian, Lacto-ovo vegetarian
Flexitarian, Fruitarians, Herbivores
Macrobiotic, Raw, Whole-foods
What is macrobiotic meal planning?
Planning meals based on protein content
Planning meals with an emphasis on whole grains
Planning meals according to blood type
Planning meals with a focus on raw foods
Define Protein-Energy Malnutrition (PEM).
A condition caused by excessive protein intake
A condition characterized by a lack of vitamin absorption
A deficiency of protein and energy in the diet
A genetic disorder affecting protein synthesis
What is the difference between primary and secondary PEM?
Primary is genetic, while secondary is due to diet
Primary is due to diet, while secondary is due to disease
Primary is due to lack of exercise, while secondary is due to diet
Primary is acute, while secondary is chronic
What is Kwashiorkor? Describe the characteristics of people who have it.
A vitamin deficiency disease with symptoms of fatigue and anemia
A carbohydrate deficiency disease with symptoms of weight loss and weakness
A protein deficiency disease with symptoms like edema and an enlarged liver
A mineral deficiency disease with symptoms of brittle bones and teeth
What is Marasmus? Describe the characteristics of people who have it.
A disease caused by excessive calorie intake resulting in obesity
A disease characterized by severe underweight and muscle wasting
A condition caused by overconsumption of vitamins leading to toxicity
A condition characterized by dehydration and electrolyte imbalance
What are amino acids?
A type of carbohydrate
Building blocks of proteins
A form of fat
A vitamin
Antibodies, hormones, and enzymes are all made of what?
Lipids
Nucleic acids
Proteins
Carbohydrates
What is a complete protein?
A protein that contains all essential amino acids
A protein that is only found in animal products
A protein that is synthesized in the body
A protein that can be stored for long periods
What are some problems caused by eating too much protein?
Increased energy levels
Improved digestion
Weight loss
Kidney damage
What are the dietary guidelines for the percentage of calories from protein daily?
10-35%
20-50%
5-15%
40-70%
Amino acids make up proteins. What is it called when a protein source contains only SOME of the amino acids?
Deficient
Incomplete
Partial
Fractional
What is the main function of proteins in the human body?
Energy
Nervous system functions
Growth and repair
Digestion
How many servings of protein should you get each day?
1-4
2-3
3-4
4-5
Which of the following combinations demonstrates two incomplete proteins forming a complete protein?
rice and beans
oatmeal and toast
steak and milk
orange juice and cereal
Which food is a vegetarian choice in the Protein Food Group?
Hummus (made with chickpeas)
Peanut butter
Sesame seeds
All of the above
Which of the following is an incomplete protein?
Tuna
Veal
Peanuts
Steak
Which parts of your body are made of proteins?
Hemoglobin
Muscle
Hair
All of these
Protein is in only found in animal sources.
True
False
