Response to Text: Protein

 Protein: Meat and Beans

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1. Proteins are made up of molecules called

a) Acid       b) Hydrochloric Acid

c) Proteins                       d) Amino Acids

2. Most common proteins contain more than...

a) 20 amino acids                     b) 40 amino acids

c) 80 amino acids          d) 100 amino acids

3. Which of these proteins are responsible for fighting off disease and infections?

a) Collagen              b) Enzymes

c) Antibodies                         d) Meat

4. List 5 examples of good things protein does in our body

→The nutritional value of meat comes from its proteins, vitamins, minerals and fats But its main contribution to our nutrition is a high quality and quantity of protein and a supply of fatty acids B-complex vitamins and minerals including iron potassium, phosphorus magnesium, sodium and zinc.

5. True or False: Animal products, like meat, are NOT complete protein sources

a) True b) False

6. Explain why beans might be a good source of protein for people who don’t eat meat?

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Beans are a common and much loved food all over the world. They have an extremely high amount of nutritional value for their size. Beans are high in amino acids, the building blocks of protein. There are also two types of protein sources: complete and incomplete. Animal products, soy, and quinoa are all complete proteins, which means they contain all nine essential amino acids essential means we need them

 

7. Do you think raising animals on farms is a good, or bad idea? Write 3-4 sentences.

→i think it’s good because you can’t put your cow in the room it will take the space in your room or house and it much more safe if you have a farm and they can’t run away they get feed everyday