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1. Severe protein deficiency resulting in thin limbs - sunken face and pot belly. Occurs in 3rd World countries.






2. Globular proteins linked with other non-protein molecules.






3. Enzyme made in the stomach which breaks caesinogen into caesin.






4. The nutrient group that supplies us with energy






5. Protein found in wheat - gives elasticity to foods e.g bread (Coeliacs are allergic to it)






6. A food contains all the essential amino acids - also known as a complete protein. Usually comes from animal sources but is found in soya beans.






7. 10g






8. Helps muscles contract - helps produce energy - helps regulate many body functions nuts - peanut butter






9. Regulates body temperature - gets rid of waste via kidneys in urine - carries nutrients in blood.






10. Chemical reaction when 2 amino acids join together with the elimination of water. Amino group of one amino acid combines with the carboxyl group of another amino acid.






11. Protein are formed as a result of chemical or enzymic action on the protein.






12. When 2 or more amino acids break apart due to the addition of a water molecule which splits the peptide link. This happen during digestion.






13. 175g






14. Helps blood carry oxygen - helps cells use oxygen meat - liver - eggs - dry beans - spinach






15. Chemical substances that are needed in the body for correct functioning






16. This vitamin helps you have a healthy nervous system






17. Vitamin supplied by breads and grains






18. 120






19. Denaturing a protein (liquid to a solid) e.g. cooking an egg






20. Colour change which occurs when amino acids and sugar are exposed to dry heat. Also known as non-enzymic browning.






21. Fruit juices - tea - coffee - milk - soups - fruit - vegtables.






22. One hue






23. 250g






24. Helps eyes adjust to darkness - protects lining of throat - nose and mouth and other organs from infection eggs - dark green veggies - deep yellow veggies and fruits






25. 5mL






26. Vertical






27. Lack of adequate nutrition - result of lack of nutrition or unbalanced diet.






28. A lack of a substance / nutrient. It can lead to illness.






29. Gives you healthy skin and eyes






30. Keeps bowels regular






31. Diagonal






32. Should be eaten sparingly






33. 230 - 250






34. 2 or more proteins are eaten together to supplement each other. Occurs when one protein is lacking in one or more essential amino acids and is eaten with another food which contains the missing essential amino acid. E.g. beans on toast (Beans are hig






35. Help build strong - healthy teeth and bones - helps heart beat properly - helps muscles move - helps blood clot - helps keep soft and nerves healthy dairy product






36. Healthiest oil to cook with






37. Elements needed in small amounts for sturdy bones and teeth - healthy blood - and regular elimination of wastes






38. Eggs belong in this food group






39. 125g






40. Low fat milk - non fat yogurt - and lite sour cream are low in this nutrient






41. Sugar in ripe fruit - starch in cereals - fibre in bran and celery.






42. Good sources of this vitamin are oranges - kiwi - and grapefruit






43. Help the body build and repair and maintain tissues and body cells






44. The nutrient that helps carry nutrients throughout the body - helps regulate body temperature - and digest food






45. Iron for healthy blood - calcium for healthy bones - iodine for proper functioning of thyroid gland.






46. A link formed during the condensation reaction when the amino group of one amino acid chemically combines with the carboxyl group of another amino acid with the loss of water molecule.






47. Provides heat and energy - satify hunger - provides padding around heart and kidneys.






48. Protein deficiency - causes dermatitis - retarded growth and a pot belly. Common is 3rd World.






49. The food that the nutrient is found in.






50. A nutrient needed in large amounts (protein - carbohydrate - lipid)







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