1. PROTEIN
PROTEIN

2. Protein
A nutrient found in all living things. It contains nitrogen and is responsible for the formation, maintenance, and repair of the body’s tissues/ It can also be used for energy. CHNO

3. Amino acids
These are the building blocks of protein molecules. A molecule that combines with other amino acid molecules to make proteins
20 different amino acids are found in protein foods
Amino acids chain together to form TENS OF THOUSANDS of different proteins

4. OUR INES! Just like proteins!
Essential amino acid
Your body makes 11, other 9 come from food.
The 9 amino acid you need and your body cannot make, are ESSENTIAL amino acids
Basically, it is essential that you eat food with this acid so you can treat your body healthy!
OUR INES! Just like proteins!
Phenylalanine
Valine
Threonine
Tryptophan
Isoleucine
Methionine
Histidine
Leucine
Lysine

5. Complete proteins
Using the knowledge of needing to eat to get essential amino acids, there are certain foods that you get the most bang for your buck!
COMPLETE proteins have all 9 essential amino acids
MEAT
POULTRY
FISH
EGGS
MILK
SOY
Gelatin is the only animal protein that is not considered a complete protein.

6. Incomplete proteins
A food that lacks one or more essential amino acids
Most plant foods are incomplete proteins when they stand alone
To be healthy, you combine a few and create a complete protein
Legumes + rice/corn/nuts= a complete protein
(can have combinations at different meals and still get the same, healthy results)

7. Foods such as beans, lentils, and peanuts are known as legumes
Foods such as beans, lentils, and peanuts are known as legumes. Basically, a legume is anything that develops seeds inside a pod

8. Create a complete protein= Grains with Legumes - sample meal: lentils and rice with yellow peppers. Nuts with Legumes -  sample meal: black bean and peanut salad. Grains with Dairy - sample meal: white cheddar and whole wheat pasta. Dairy with Seeds - sample meal: yogurt mixed with sesame and flax seeds. Legumes with Seeds - sample meal: spinach salad with sesame seed and almond salad dressing

9. Multiple Functions of Protein
Growth and maintenance
Enzymes
Hormones
Antibodies
Fluid Balance

10. Growth and Maintenance proteins are constantly broken down and replaced cells in your intestinal tract are replaced every few days You need a CONTINOUS(un-interruped) supply of protein to grow and repair

11. ENZYMES
Chemical reactions that take place in every cell in your body which is made possible by these special proteins
Ex. Digestive enzymes help break down nutrients

12. Hormones Chemical messengers that help regulate the body
Some are made from amino acids
Insulin= helps maintain the level of glucose in your blood
Thyroid hormones = regulates metabolism

13. antibodies
Proteins play a role in the immune system in the form of antibodies-proteins help make these.
They are proteins that fight disease
If you get the flu, your body makes antibodies to fight it!

14. Fluid balance
Proteins help carry the minerals sodium and potassium from one side of cell walls to the other.
This helps the flow of water through cell membranes.
This helps balance fluid inside and outside of cells so heart, lungs, brain etc. can all function normally.

15. Other Functions of proteins
Maintain acid base balance in the blood so Acidosis does not happen.
Help for liproteins to carry fat. Also transports other nutrients.
Provide energy

16. How much do I need?
10 to 30 percent of your calories should come from proteins
Take your daily calorie requirement ______??????___________
How many calories should come from protein:
Find your percentage(10)
Daily calories (2800) X .10 = 280 calories each day
Protein has four calories per gram, so divide these number by four to determine the number of grams needed

17. Excess Protein If you eat too much, it can harm you!
Too much is hard on the digestive system
Excess protein is broken down and stored by the body as fat, which an lead to weight gain
Most healthy people do not need supplements with protein or amino acids, because they choose a variety of foods

18. Inadequate protein
Protein-energy malnutrition PEM occurs when a person dos not get enough calories and protein
One of the most common forms of malnutrition in the world!
Drug addictions and eating disorders can also lead to this

19. Vegetarians fall into the following groups:
Vegetarians have long argued that it is possible, with careful planning, to meet daily protein requirements without consuming animal sources.
Vegetarians fall into the following groups:
Vegans: consume foods only from plant sources
Lacto-vegetarians: eat foods from plant sources and dairy products
Ovo-vegetarians: eat foods from plant sources and eggs
Lacto-ovo vegetarians: eat foods from plant sources, dairy products, and eggs
Semi-vegetarians: eat no red meat, but eat poultry and seafood

20. Plants and protein
BENEFITS: By eating more protein from plant sources, you intake less fat and have more fiber than from animal sources
DRAWBACK: May not get all of the essential amino acids. Must eat a variety of plant based proteins in order to do so. They also need to take special care to ensure adequate consumption of certain vitamins and minerals that are not supplied by a diet rich in plant sources. These nutrients include: zinc, calcium, iron, Vitamin D, and Vitamin B12.
Meatless dishes with complete proteins include rice and beans, a peanut butter sandwich, hummus on pita bread
Soybeans, quinoa, and buck wheat have complete proteins
Tofu, and soy milk add during preparation

21. Health benefits
Most vegetarians enjoy health benefits from eating a diet that is generally high in fiber and low in saturated fats and cholesterol. Vegetarianism doesn’t guarantee proper nutrition. Just as every other population, vegetarians need to be mindful of fat intake and calorie intake. They also need to take special care to ensure adequate consumption of certain vitamins and minerals that are not supplied by a diet rich in plant sources. These nutrients include: zinc, calcium, iron, Vitamin D, and Vitamin B12.

22. Reasons people become vegetarian