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1. Protein - Wikipedia

wikipedia.org - Proteins are large biomolecules and macromolecules that comprise one or more long chains of amino acid residues. Proteins perform a vast array of functions within organisms, including catalysing metabolic reactions, DNA replication, responding to stimuli, providing structure to cells and organisms, and transporting molecules from one location to another. Proteins differ from one another prima…

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2. protein | Definition, Structure, & Classification | Britannica

britannica.com - protein, highly complex substance that is present in all living organisms. Proteins are of great nutritional value and are directly involved in the chemical processes essential for life. The importance of proteins was recognized by chemists in the early 19th century, including Swedish chemist Jöns Jacob Berzelius, who in 1838 coined the term protein, a word derived from the Greek prōteios ...

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3. What are proteins and what do they do?: MedlinePlus …

medlineplus.gov - Mar 26, 2021  · They do most of the work in cells and are required for the structure, function, and regulation of the body’s tissues and organs. Proteins are made up of hundreds or thousands of smaller units called amino acids, which are attached to one another in long chains. There are 20 different types of amino acids that can be combined to make a protein.

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4. Protein: Why Your Body Needs It - WebMD

webmd.com - Protein is also a critical part of the processes that fuel your energy and carry oxygen throughout your body in your blood. It also helps make antibodies that fight off infections and illnesses ...

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5. Proteins | Nutrition.gov

nutrition.gov - Interactive Nutrition Facts Label: Protein. HHS, Food and Drug Administration, Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition. Read about protein - what it does, where it is found, and how to use the Nutrition Facts Label to monitor the protein in your diet.

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6. What is protein? | Live Science

livescience.com - Nov 15, 2021  · Protein is a macronutrient that is essential to building muscle mass. It is commonly found in animal products, though is also present in other …

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7. 20 healthy, cheap protein sources – Diet Doctor

dietdoctor.com - Jun 17, 2022  · Try mixing canned salmon with mayo, eating it as the main protein in a salad, or using it to make salmon patties (or in other recipes that call for skinned, chopped salmon). Cost per package/container. $3.98 per 14.75-ounce can (One can contains 95 grams of protein, or about 3.8 servings of fish, plus water.)

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8. When it comes to protein, how much is too much? - Harvard Health

harvard.edu - Mar 30, 2020  · Can too much protein be harmful? The short answer is yes. As with most things in life, there can be too much of a good thing and if you eat too much protein, there may be a price to pay. For example, people that eat very high protein diets have a higher risk of kidney stones. Also a high protein diet that contains lots of red meat and higher ...

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9. Protein Foods | MyPlate

myplate.gov - Select a wide variety of protein foods to get more of the nutrients your body needs and for health benefits. Meat and poultry choices should be lean or low-fat, like 93% lean ground beef, pork loin, and skinless chicken breasts. Choose seafood options that are higher in beneficial fatty acids (omega-3s) and lower in methylmercury, such as ...

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10. 15 High-Protein Foods - What to Eat on a High-Protein Diet | WW …

weightwatchers.com - Aug 28, 2020  · 3. Salmon. Nutritionally, one 5-oz salmon filet provides up to 27 grams of protein and is packed with heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids in their most bioavailable form (aka the most useful to your body). Salmon is also an excellent source of potassium and vitamins B6 and B12, and naturally provides vitamins A and D.

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11. Protein - Better Health Channel

betterhealth.vic.gov.au - Protein is an important part of a healthy diet. Proteins are made up of chemical 'building blocks' called amino acids. Your body uses amino acids to build and repair muscles and bones and to make hormones and enzymes. They can also be used as an energy source. You can easily meet your daily protein needs by following the Australian Dietary ...

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12. Protein Intake — How Much Protein Should You Eat per Day?

healthline.com - Oct 01, 2020  · The DRI (Dietary Reference Intake) is 0.36 grams of protein per pound (0.8 grams per kg) of body weight. This amounts to 54 grams per day for …

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13. Home - Protein - NCBI

nih.gov - The Protein database is a collection of sequences from several sources, including translations from annotated coding regions in GenBank, RefSeq and TPA, as well as records from SwissProt, PIR, PRF, and PDB. Protein sequences are the fundamental determinants of biological structure and …

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14. Complete Protein Guide: What Is Protein And How Much To Take

bodybuilding.com - May 27, 2021  · Most high-protein foods are themselves very low in fat and carbs. Chicken breasts have 2-3 grams of fat per serving, while cottage cheese has only 1-2 grams. Egg whites and fish are virtually fat-free, and in the case of fish, the fats they contain are often healthy omega-3 fatty acids. High-protein diets can also help you lose unwanted weight.

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15. Protein Harbor – Official Website

proteinharbor.com - Protein Harbor is close to my office, and I love visiting them, I changed my shake from other brands for Protein Harbor's, which are delicious and healthy. Stephanie K. My son loves snacks, this is an extremely healthy option for my son to eat a delicious snack that does not harm his health.

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16. Protein - British Nutrition Foundation

nutrition.org.uk - Protein is a macronutrient – macronutrients (sometimes called ‘macros’) are the nutrients we need in relatively larger amounts that provide us with calories. Macronutrients include protein, carbohydrates and fat. Protein provides 4kcal per gram. We need protein to help the body grow and repair itself. Amino acids are the building blocks ...

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