5/6 Proteins

What percent of protein is needed in your diet

30%-35%

What can happen that someone could get too much protein. If that happened, what are the effects on the body?

Breath gets smelly Weight gain Get more flab You might wreck your kidneys Accelerated bone loss; osteoporosis Parched Nauseated

Investigation 5 sources of protein. List the source and amount of protein it provides.

Chicken- 187 Cal, 70% DRI/DV Turkey- 167 Cal, 68% DRI/DV Tuna- 147 Cal, 66% DRI/DV Soybeans- 298 Cal, 57% DRI/DV Salmon- 158 Cal, 53% DRI/DV

How do you know if your body needs more protein? Describe symptoms of a lack of protein.

If you don't drink/eat food with protein, you can start to feel weak, you are tired, weight loss occurs, muscle wasting, frequent infections, and high water retention. Symptoms of lack of protein are growth failure, loss of muscle mass, decreased immunity, weakening of the heart and respiratory system, and death.

What do protein foods do for your body?

Your body uses protein to build and repair tissues. You also use protein to make enzymes, hormones, and other body chemicals. Protein is an important building block of bones, muscles, cartilage, skin, and blood. Helps immune system and maintain healthy nails, skin, and hair.

What is a complete protein food?

are proteins those that contain all essential amino acids in sufficient quantity; animal sources. Including: Meat, fish, dairy products, eggs, quinoa, buckwheat, hemp and chia seed, and spirulina.

What is an incomplete protein?

are proteins those that don't contain all 9 essential amino acids, or don't have sufficient quantities of them to meet the body's needs. Lacks one or more of the essential amino acids. Including: Nuts and seeds, Legumes, Grains, Vegetables, Fruits