What is protein made up of?
Amino acids
Elements in protein
Carbon, oxygen, hydrogen and nitrogen
1g =
4kcals
Classification of protein
HBV and LBV
What is HBV protein
Contains more essential amino acids
Three types of HBV protein
Meat, fish and eggs
What is LBV protein
Contains fewer essential amino acids
Three types of LBV protein
Peas, beans and nuts
RI of protein
1g for kg bodyweight
Functions of protein.
Growth, repair of body cells, heat and energy and production of hormones, enzymes and antibodies
Who needs a lot of protein.
Children and teenagers