Protein

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Across
  1. 3. This legume, when paired with rice, is an example of a complementary protein
  2. 6. We must get this many essential amino acids from our diet
  3. 8. The number of amino acids that your body produces on its own
  4. 10. All proteins are made up of...
  5. 13. Protein can help you grow strong hair, skin, cartilage and...
  6. 14. Protein helps your body do this to wounds
  7. 15. Protein is your body's backup source of...
  8. 16. This food produced by chickens is an example of a complete protein
Down
  1. 1. A food that does NOT have all 9 essential amino acids is this type of protein
  2. 2. A food that has all 9 essential amino acids is this type of protein
  3. 4. Two incomplete proteins that can be eaten together to get all 9 essential amino acids are...
  4. 5. Foods that come from these are always a complete protein
  5. 7. The body needs this many amino acids TOTAL
  6. 9. These foods (like wheat, rice, corn, and barley) are typically incomplete proteins
  7. 11. Proteins can help repair micro-tears in our...
  8. 12. Protein serves to keep your _______ system functioning