Characterize foods in terms of protein amount and quality and also identify proteins that are complementary.
Characterize foods in terms of protein amount and quality and also identify proteins that are complementary.
-High quality= animal products- Beef, poultry and other foods that are common within the protein foods group provide the highest amount of protein (the most protein nutrient dense).
-high quality proteins provide all essential aa in proportions that the body needs
-Medium quality=legumes
-Low quality=plant foods; does not provide all essential aa
--Dairy also provides some protein as well.
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