Question 1

Compare and contrast kwashiorkor and marasmus. Connect the physiological changes seen in kwashiorkor with protein function.

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Question 2

How many grams of protein should a frail 75-year-old man with muscle atrophy weighing 65 kg consume each day? Show your calculation.

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Question 3

The average American man consumes 100 g of protein per day, and the average American woman consumes 70 g of protein per day. Are these within the Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Range for protein intake while on a 2000 kcal diet? Show your calculations.

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Question 4

How many grams of protein does a healthy 25-year-old female weighing 65 kg need each day? Show your calculation.

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Question 5

Plants generally contain low-quality protein. How can vegans prevent protein deficiency without having to rely on consuming soy or soy products?

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Question 6

Margaret is 55 years old, weighs 55 kg, and is worried about becoming frail, like her elderly mother, Martha. She is not active, but she consumes a high-protein diet of 1.5 g per kg of body weight per day from animal protein sources. What suggestions would you make for Martha's protein intake? What arguments would you use to convince Margaret that implementation of your suggestions will improve her health?

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Question 7

What is the range of daily protein intake (g) for a female competitive long distance runner weighing 50 kg? Show your calculations.

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Question 8

Martha is 80 years old, weighs 47 kg, and is inactive. She is experiencing a loss of appetite and muscle mass but is not interested in expensive protein supplements or drinks. Determine her protein requirements and come up with a menu plan that she can easily implement to increase her protein intake.

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Question 9

Describe protein digestion in the stomach.

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Question 10

What are some potential safety concerns about high-protein diets?

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Question 11

How can a low-carbohydrate diet result in muscle loss?

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Question 12

George is 21 years old, weighs 90 kg, and is a strict vegan. He has recently become a competitive bodybuilder. Determine his protein requirements and come up with a menu plan to fit his lifestyle.

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Question 13

Discuss potential environmental impacts of emphasizing high intakes of animal protein foods.

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Quiz 6: Protein