**for Kim Woods **
Assignment 1:
Read the article, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: “Protein”.
Write a 350- to 700-word response that addresses the following:
- What are the functions of proteins in the body?
- What are the types of proteins?
- Explain the role of amino acids in building protein.
- Describe risks associated with protein deficiency and overconsumption.
- How much protein do you need according to your age and gender?
- What are some healthy nutrient sources of protein?
- What are three negative effects of high-protein diets?
Format your response consistent with APA guidelines.
Assignment 2:
Log in to SuperTracker.
Document what you eat for 3 days each week for Weeks 2, 4, 6, and 8 using the SuperTracker tool.
Write a 150- to 300-word summary or your analysis. Include the following:
- Describe your current eating habits. Has there been any change from Week 2?
- Compare the similarities and differences of your current diet to the recommendations.
- What is your current physical activity regimen? Is this plan working well, or could it be improved upon? Briefly discuss ways you could improve your level of physical activity.
Save a screenshot of your tracking results and to submit for completion.
- Press Alt + Print Screen on your computer keyboard to create a screen shot.
- Opena blank Microsoft® Word document.
- Press Ctrl + V on your keyboard to paste the screen shot into the document.
