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PROTEINS: WHAT ARE THEY, FUNCTIONS, AND INTAKES

February 23, 2016 By DIYBITES

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What are proteins?

Similar to carbohydrates and lipids, proteins are made of the elements carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen. However, all proteins also contain the element nitrogen and several proteins contain the mineral sulfur. The nitrogen in proteins is in a special form that can be readily used by our bodies for vital functions. Together, these elements form various amino acids, which serve as the building blocks for protein synthesis….

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