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Mind map for PROTEIN
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Contains info on: What it is, Food sources, Function in body, Excess & Deficiency.
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Tasmin Brooks
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Mind map for PROTEIN
Excess
Can cause too much nitrogen in the body
means that the liver and kidney have to work harder to get rid of the excess N
Puts them under stress, and could cause them to be harmed
What is it?
Macronutrient
Amino Acids
20
Essential
Children 10
Adults 8
Biological Value (BV)
Low BV
Some essential AAs missing
Protein Complementation
Rice; Peas
Beans; Toast
Lentil soup; Bread
High BV
Contains all essential AAs
Food Sources
Plant
Cereals
Beans; Peas; Lentils
Nuts
Myco-protein; Tofu; TVP; Tempeh
Animal
Meat; Fish; Poultry
Eggs
Milk; Cheese; Yoghurt
Function in the body
To make the body grow
To repair the body
To give the body energy
Many important natural substances are made of protein such as:
Hormones
Enzymes
Antibodies
Deficiency
Children won't grow properly
Loss of hair
Skin and nails in poor condition
Easily develop infections
Unable to digest food properly
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