PROTEIN – An Important Snack and Meal Component

PROTEIN - An Important Snack and Meal Component

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Question 1

Protein-rich foods are needed by our bodies for building blood and maintaining muscle mass.

A	True
B	False

Question 2

All foods made from meat, poultry, seafood, beans and peas, eggs, processed soy products, nuts and seeds are considered part of the protein foods group.

A	True
B	False

Question 3

Processes meats such as ham, sausage, frankfurters (hotdogs), and luncheon or deli meat have added sodium.

A	True
B	False

Question 4

Foods in the Protein Food Groups supply many nutrients. These include protein, B vitamins (niacin, thiamin, riboflavin and B6), vitamin E, iron, zinc, and magnesium.

A	True
B	False

Question 5

Magnesium is used in building bones and in releasing energy from muscles.

A	True
B	False

Question 6

Proteins function as building blocks for bones, muscles, cartilage, skin and blood.

A	True
B	False

Question 7

Choose lower sodium foods from the protein group more often. These include beef, chicken, turkey, and fresh or frozen fish prepared without salt.

A	True
B	False

Question 8

Go lean with protein. Choose extra lean ground beef. The label should say at least “90 % lean”.

A	True
B	False

Question 9

Boneless skinless chicken breasts and turkey cutlets are the leanest poultry choices.

A	True
B	False

Question 10

Beans are a good way to stretch ground beef by using half ground beef and half beans.

A	True
B	False

Question 11

Bean and peas are creditable as a protein or vegetable.

A	True
B	False

Question 12

In general, 1 ounce of meat, poultry or fish, ¼ cup cooked beans, 1 egg, 1 tablespoon or ½ ounce of nuts or seeds can be considered as 1 ounce equivalent from the Protein Foods Group.

A	True
B	False

Question 13

Seafood contains a range of nutrients, notably the omega-3 fatty acids, EPA and DHA.

A	True
B	False

Question 14

Skip or limit the breading on meat, poultry or fish. Breading adds calories. It will also cause the food to soak up more fat if fried.

A	True
B	False

Question 15

Use nuts to replace meat or poultry, not in addition to these items.

A	True
B	False

Question 16

Meat is also a source or dietary fat and cholesterol, so it is important that we choose lower-fat meats and preparation methods.

A	True
B	False

Question 17

12 almonds, 24 pistachios, 7 walnut halves equal ½ ounce of nuts.

A	True
B	False

Question 18

B vitamins help the body release energy, play a vital role in the function of the nervous system, aid in the formation of red blood cells, and help build tissues.

A	True
B	False

Question 19

The leanest pork choices include pork loin, tenderloin, center loin, and ham.

A	True
B	False

Question 20

Choose beans and peas as a main or part of a meal more often.

A	True
B	False

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PROTEIN - An Important Snack and Meal Component

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