NTR Chapter 6 – Flashcards

Legumes are often considered a healthier alternative protein source to meat. Why?

Consumption of large amounts of meat and dairy products is associated with a higher risk of heart disease because why?

What will happen to a protein if the order of some of its amino acids are changed?

When salivary amylase enters the stomach, it no longer functions to break down starch into smaller pieces. This loss of enzyme function is a result of:

The plant sources of protein tend to have lower levels of ________ than their animal counterparts.

Some foods contain ample amounts of protein with health-promoting phytochemicals. Which foods have both protein and phytochemicals?

Which of the systems has a primary function of protecting and supporting the body?

Which organ is a part of the respiratory systems: sweat glands, esophagus, thymus, trachea

Which body system is directly involved in producing offspring?

Which of the following foods come from plants, are not considered vegetables, and contribute to protein intake: cheese, legumes, broccoli, asparagus, seeds

Amino acids are the _______ blocks of proteins

In order to reduce the amount of saturated fat and maintain adequate intake of protein, people should take in ___________ foods from plant sources and _________ foods from animal sources.

T or F: Fruits and vegetables supply a high amount of protein, greater than 5 grams per serving.

Phytochemicals are found mainly in _______ sources of protein.

Proteins from plant foods, except for soy and quinoa, contain less than ________ essential amino acids and proteins from animal foods contain ________ essential amino acids.

Which of the following atoms are found in all amino acids? oxygen, phosphorous, nitrogen, chlorine, calcium, carbon

The _______ shape of the collagen fiber gives strength to the _______ that is/are made up of collagen and must withstand the forces that occur within the body's joints.

A variety of foods can supply protein to meet an individual's needs for the day, but some foods supply more fiber and vitamins but not a lot of protein. Select three foods that supply a lot of fiber and vitamins but not a lot of protein: 1 cup of green beans, 1 orange, 1 medium banana, 1 cup of milk, 1 egg.

1 egg supplies ________ grams of protein on average

Animal sources of proteins are high in ________ fat and consuming large amounts of animal proteins may increase the risk of ________ disease.

Which of the following foods are poultry products that provide a lot of protein and are lower in saturated fats than other animal-based foods: 3 ounces of chicken, 3 ounces of pork, 1 cup of whole milk, 1 medium egg, 1 slice of bread

What element is found in amino acids but NOT in glucose and triglycerides?

A variety of foods can supply protein to meet an individual's needs, but some foods supply more protein than others. Select the two foods that provide more protein than the others listed: 1 cup of green beans, 1 egg, 1 orange, 1 cup of milk, 1 medium banana

Animal foods provide minerals in addition to readily-absorb-able protein. Look at this list and note the minerals found in these types of foods: cadmium, folate, iron, zinc, iodine, calcium

The plant sources of protein in the diet can also contribute _________, which helps give people a feeling of fullness.

Which of the following are dairy products that provide a lot of protein per serving and provide readily absorb-able calcium to the diet: 1 orange, 3 ounces of chicken, 2% milk, 1 cup of low fat cottage cheese, 1 egg

Some functional proteins lose their activity when they are denatured. Which of the following proteins would be adversely affected by denaturation: starch found in potatoes, antibodies that fight infectious microbes, fructose sugar found in oranges, amylase that breaks up starch

A child suffering from protein deficiency has edema, or swelling. This demonstrates the roles of protein in _________________________.

Plant sources of protein provide fiber, antioxidants, and phytochemicals that can ________ health.

T or F: Each amino acid has its own unique absorption-transport protein.

The following list contains some of the amino acids that make up proteins. Identify the essential amino acids from the list: methionine, serine, lysine, alalnine, proline

Why is protein-energy malnutrition more common in children than in adults in developing countries?

Which of the these food groups is NOT considered a good source of protein: fruit, meat, milk, beans

What determines the three-dimensional shape of a protein molecule?

Amino acids that cannot be made by the adult human body are called _______________.

T or F: The side chains of amino acids can vary in size and shape.

T or F: Plant sources of protein are higher in unsaturated fat and cholesterol than animal sources of protein.

Legumes are the starchy seeds of plants and include __________ as well as _________.

The __________ of a protein is essential for its function as a protein such as an enzyme or antibody.

Which of the following would be considered food allergy warnings found on food labels: manufactured in a facility that processes tree nuts, contains high fiber content, contains all of the day's required vitamin C, contains soy protein, very low sodium

Celiac disease is associated with the consumption of gluten which may lead to damage to the cells of the small intestine. Which of the following foods are potential sources of gluten and should be avoided: citrus fruits, rye, chicken, wheat, fish, barley

Celiac disease causes the body to attack the __________ of the small intestine in the presence __________ in the diet.

People with protein deficiency often have edema, which is commonly known as _______________.

Some food proteins can be absorbed without being completely digested and can cause life threatening food allergies. Which of the following are associated with severe allergies: wheat, nuts, rice, bananas, eggs

The bond that links two amino acids together is called a ____________.

Which of the following organs regulates the distribution of amino acids to the cells and tissues of the body: the liver, the heart, the pancreas, the small intestine

The ___________ bond is found between amino acids of a polypeptide.

The ____________ group of the amino acid contains the nitrogen atom.

A conditionally essential amino acid is one that ________________________.

T or F: Children with kwashiorkor have swollen bellies due to infection caused by reduced immunity that results from protein malnutrition

People can experience some or all of the following symptoms from untreated celiac disease: increased gas and bloating, rapid heartbeat, tingling or burning sensation, weight loss, diarrhea, increased urination