Medically Reviewed by Kathleen M. Zelman, RD, LD, MPH on February 21, 2023
Question 1/17

Men need more protein than women.

  • True
  • False
Question 2/17

How many of your calories should come from protein?

  • 5% to 10%
  • 10% to 35%
  • 35% to 50%
  • 50% to 65%
Question 3/17

Athletes need more protein than couch potatoes.

  • True
  • False
Question 4/17

Which has more protein?

  • 1 cup of whole milk
  • 1 cup of vegetarian baked beans
  • 3 ounces of beef
  • 1 large egg
Question 5/17

Why do we need protein?

  • For energy
  • To build cells
  • To repair bones and muscles
  • All of the above
Question 6/17

A high-protein diet can help you lose weight.

  • True
  • False
Question 7/17

Too much protein can be unhealthy.

  • True
  • False
Question 8/17

A "complete" protein is also known as:

  • A carbohydrate protein
  • A high-quality protein
  • A special protein
Question 9/17

Women shouldn't have soy protein.

  • True
  • False
Question 10/17

Our bodies are good at storing protein to use later.

  • True
  • False
Question 11/17

You can help build muscle by eating protein right after a workout.

  • True
  • False
Question 12/17

Whey protein is high in fat.

  • True
  • False
Question 13/17

Which of these are in the USDA’s MyPlate protein food group?

  • Seeds
  • Nuts
  • Beans and peas
  • All of the above
Question 14/17

Most Americans don't eat enough protein.

  • True
  • False
Question 15/17

You can find protein in which of the following:

  • Sunflower seeds
  • Walnuts
  • Chickpeas
  • All the above
Question 16/17

Which could mean you're not getting enough protein?

  • Weight loss
  • Muscle fatigue
  • Loss in muscle strength
  • All of the above
Question 17/17

A high-quality protein diet can help lower your chance of heart disease.

  • True
  • False