Unit 11
PROTEIN, QUESTION SHEETS
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Please answer the following questions in your own words. You can use the lesson
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READING ASSIGNMENT
Food and Nutrition pages 210 – 225
1. Describe the function of protein
2. What problems could occur if a person eats too much protein on a regular
basis?
3. The basic unit of protein is called an
4. How many are essential?
5. Where do we find the essential ones?
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6. Explain a little about protein turnover
7. List eight uses of protein by the body.
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8. Write some points on animal versus vegetable protein?
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9. Describe the uniqueness of soy protein (as one of the plant proteins)
10. . List some concerns regarding a high protein diet
11. What are some symptoms of protein deficiency?
12. What is the recommended daily intake (RDI) for protein in Australia?
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13. . List some advantages of plant protein
14. Name some environmental benefits of plant protein use
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