Human Nutrition Ch.6

The absorption of protein takes place in the

Small intestine

Where in the body is the amino acid pool?

Blood

Excess protein in the diet can cause which mineral to be excreted?

Calcium

By combining appropriate incomplete proteins one can obtain all the necessary amino acids. These appropriate combinations are referred to as ____________ proteins.

Complementary

Starvation, severe burns, prolonged fever, and infection are all examples of conditions where the body would most likely be in nitrogen balance or equilibrium.

False

Mike is a vegan. Which of the following foods would he eat?

Fruit

Which food is most likely to be missing when a person is on a high protein, low carbohydrate diet?

Fruit

Which of the following is NOT a function or protein?

Glycogen production

Protein plays important roles in your body, such as

Helping you fight the flu. Allowing you to walk, run, sit, and lie down. Aiding in digesting the meal you just ate. Transporting fat and cholesterol through your blood.

Protein is found abundantly in the

Milk and meat and beans groups

Which of the following are allowed in the diet of a lacto-ovo vegetarian?

Milk, eggs and plant foods only

All of the following people would most likely be in positive nitrogen balance EXCEPT

Nick, age 39, who has maintained the same weight since college

How is protein stored in the body?

Protein is not stored in the body in significant quantities

The _____ of the amino acids in a protein determines its _____ which in turn, determines its _____.

Sequence; shape; function

Which of the following is a source of complete protein?

Skim milk

Which of the following individuals does NOT need a greater amount of protein than the RDA?

a 40 year old businessman

A complete protein contains all essential amino acids.

True

A high protein diet has been linked to a higher risk of heart disease.

True

Amino acids are the building blocks of protein.

True

Kwashiorkor and marasmus are forms of protein energy malnutrition.

True

Soy is a source of complete protein.

True

The typical American diet contains more protein than is needed.

True