Problem 1: What is the significance of increased high-quality protein consumption in the American diet? Are there any dietary strategies to enhance quality protein consumption other than direct consumption of high-quality proteins?
Problem 2: The relationship between protein and health is complex. Functional protein deficiency states can lead to significant disease processes, and yet there is also clinical evidence that certain proteins may be linked to the development of chronic conditions such as cardiac disease. How can protein be considered to be both beneficial and detrimental at the same time?
Problem 3: How would you provide adequate dietary protein for an individual diagnosed with renal disease?