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Question
Protein Calculations AssignmentFill in the Blank: (My weight is 104 pounds)
1. What is your weight in pounds (lbs)? ________________
2. Convert your weight to kilograms (kg) by dividing your weight by 2.2. _____________
3. Calculating protein RDA per day:
- Average Healthy Adults: Multiply your kg weight by 0.8grams/kg to get your Protein RDA in grams. ________g of Protein
- Athletes in training: Multiply your kg weight by 1.2 g/kg to 1.7 g/kg to get a range of protein recommended for athletes, depending on the type and amount of training that is being done. ______g to _____g of Protein
4. If you lowered your consumption of animal protein, and substituted plant protein, list 3 specific complementary sources of plant protein you could eat to be sure you get adequate amounts of all of your essential amino acids.
____________and ___________
____________and ___________
____________and ___________