Exam 5: Proteins

A protein that is described as "fast-acting" contains a high proportion of:

When energy intake is deficient, protein intake should be increased.

Which athlete would likely use protein as an energy source during competition?

Long-term high protein intake may negatively affect the health of which organ?

An increase in the size of skeletal muscle tissue is referred to as:

The label of a protein supplement states that it contains a "fast-acting" protein. This terminology suggests that the supplement contains:

Nonessential refers to amino acids that are not needed by the body but can be used by the body as a source of energy.

There are 20 different amino acids that can be used to make various body proteins.

A food protein that contains all of the indispensable amino acids in the proper amounts and proportions to support growth is termed a(n):

The factors that determine protein quality include:

Based on the current body of scientific research, is a whey protein supplement effective for increasing muscle size or strength?

Match the food with its nutrient content. Use each answer only once. -Whey protein isolate

A polypeptide that is necessary to speed up a chemical reaction in the body is known as an enzyme.

Explain the role of protein in the immune system and how endurance exercise can affect its function.

On a gram for gram basis, protein has approximately the same amount of energy as:

Is a β-hydroxy-β-methylbutyrate (HMB) supplement effective for increasing muscle size and strength in trained male athletes?

Nuts contain proteins, carbohydrates, and fats.

The "storage" site for protein is skeletal muscle.

When skeletal muscle is catabolized, the amino acids are returned to the amino acid pool.

Can branched chain amino acid (BCAA) intake be increased without supplementation?