home ec protein

home ec protein

1. compositions

   • carbon
   • hydrogene
   • oxagen
     • protein is made up of small units
       • these are linked together with peptide links
       • these are called amino acids
   • nitrogen

2. classifications

   • animal protien
     • HBV
   • vegetable protein
     • LBV
     • advantage of LBV protein
       • contains less fat
       • contains more cellulose [dietary fibre]
       • cheaper to produce
       • less land is required to produce than to raise animals

3. RDA of protein

   • 1g per kg

4. functions of protein

   • growth and repair
   • protection of hormones, enzymes, and antibiotics
     • these are needed to keep the body healthy