It is possible with protein combinations of two incomplete protein sources (e.g., rice and beans) to make a complete protein source, and characteristic combinations are the basis of distinct cultural cooking traditions. However, complementary sources of protein do not need to be eaten at the same meal to be used together by the body. Excess amino acids from protein can be converted into glucose and used for fuel through a process called gluconeogenesis. The amino acids remaining after such conversion are discarded. COUNT 5
QSN1 What would be required for the human body to potentially have a chance to create a complete protein source? ANS1 two incomplete protein sources QSN2 Other than rice, what would be another example of an incomplete protein source? ANS2 beans QSN3 What is taken from proteins and converted to glucose by the body? ANS3 Excess amino acids QSN4 What is the term for the conversion of amino acids into glucose? ANS4 gluconeogenesis QSN5 What happens to amino acids that are left over after the body has converted what it can to glucose? ANS5 discarded