This topic contains a solution. Click here to go to the answer

Author Question: Explain complete and incomplete proteins and why this is relevant to health and certain groups of ... (Read 21 times)

cmoore54

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 568
Explain complete and incomplete proteins and why this is relevant to health and certain groups of eaters.
 
  What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

What is protein and why is it an important food nutrient?
 
  What will be an ideal response?



Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

Anna

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 343
Answer to Question 1

Although all animal sources of protein contain the total essential amino acids and are therefore known as complete proteins, individual foods from different plant sources may be lacking one or more of them. Most plant proteins are therefore known as incomplete proteins. An exception is soy, a legume that is often used by vegetarians for its protein content because it is a plant source that has all the essential amino acids. Generally, a good combination of foods that contain plant protein such as nuts, seeds, grains, legumes, and vegetables will provide all the amino acids the body needs. As a legume, beans are an excellent source of protein that additionally contain beneficial zinc, potassium, and fiber. Vegans (i.e., individuals who eat no animal sources of food) need to be careful that they consume the right combination of plant-based foods (e.g., beans and rice combined) to ensure that they receive all their essential amino acids.

Answer to Question 2

In addition to carbohydrate, protein is another important food nutrient. Protein, a macronutrient that consists of building blocks called amino acids, is used as raw material to build and repair the structures of almost every part of our body. Proteins we eat are broken down into their amino acid components and then reassembled into body structures such as hair, muscle, and collagen. Our blood cells employ these amino acids and assembled proteins to carry oxygen in the form of hemoglobin, antibodies to fight diseases, enzymes to catalyze biochemical processes, and hormones to act as chemical messengers. Proteins can also fuel the body, but the body prefers to use stored carbohydrates or fats first since amino acids from proteins undergo more steps to convert into glucose in a process known as gluconeogenesis or into fatty acids through ketogenesis before their energy can be liberated.




cmoore54

  • Member
  • Posts: 568
Reply 2 on: Jun 22, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review


raili21

  • Member
  • Posts: 324
Reply 3 on: Yesterday
:D TYSM

 

Did you know?

Many supplement containers do not even contain what their labels say. There are many documented reports of products containing much less, or more, that what is listed on their labels. They may also contain undisclosed prescription drugs and even contaminants.

Did you know?

In the United States, congenital cytomegalovirus causes one child to become disabled almost every hour. CMV is the leading preventable viral cause of development disability in newborns. These disabilities include hearing or vision loss, and cerebral palsy.

Did you know?

In the ancient and medieval periods, dysentery killed about ? of all babies before they reach 12 months of age. The disease was transferred through contaminated drinking water, because there was no way to adequately dispose of sewage, which contaminated the water.

Did you know?

Since 1988, the CDC has reported a 99% reduction in bacterial meningitis caused by Haemophilus influenzae, due to the introduction of the vaccine against it.

Did you know?

Walt Disney helped combat malaria by making an animated film in 1943 called The Winged Scourge. This short film starred the seven dwarfs and taught children that mosquitos transmit malaria, which is a very bad disease. It advocated the killing of mosquitos to stop the disease.

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library