PROTEIN

DEFINITION

• Are nutrient found in every cell in your body.

FACTS

• Proteins are made up of amino acids.
• Amino acids are building blocks for your cells.
• Need extra protein when injured or ill.
• Additional protein when you are growing.
• You need complete proteins to supply amino acids.

FACTS CONT.

• Incomplete protein sources contain some, but not all amino acids.
• When complete and incomplete are combined they supply the acids.
• Banana is an example of protein.
• They prevent cramps.
• Peanut Butter is a example of protein.

FACTS CONT.

• Their are also plants that are proteins.
• Peas are an example.
• Their is a protein disease called kwashiorkor.
• Proteins should be eaten everyday.
• Another example is eggs.