Protein

Protein is an important nutrient needed by everyone on a daily basis. It is made up of essential and non-essential amino acids, which are the "building blocks" for healthy bodies. Essential amino acids are amino acids that the body needs but is unable to synthesise; therefore they must come from the diet. Protein has a number of different roles in the body including the following:

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• Repair body cells

• Build and repair muscles and bones

• Provide a source of energy

• Control many of the important processes in the body related to metabolism