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What is Protein​

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Answered by Anonymous
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Protein is a macronutrient that is essential to building muscle mass. ... Each gram of protein contains 4 calories. Protein makes up about 15 percent of a person's body weight. Chemically, protein is composed of amino acids, which are organic compounds made of carbon, hydrogen, nitrogen, oxygen or sulfur.

8 Delicious High-Protein Foods to Eat

Eggs.

Almonds. Almonds are a popular type of tree nut.

Chicken Breast. Chicken breast is one of the most popular protein-rich foods.

Oats. Oats are among the healthiest grains on the planet.

Cottage Cheese. Cottage cheese is a type of cheese that is very low in fat and calories.

Greek Yogurt.

Milk.

Broccoli

Protein is an important component of every cell in the body. ... Your body uses protein to build and repair tissues. You also use protein to make enzymes, hormones, and other body chemicals. Protein is an important building block of bones, muscles, cartilage, skin, and blood.

Answered by Anonymous
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Protein is a macronutrient that is essential to building muscle mass. It is commonly found in animal products, though is also present in other sources, such as nuts and legumes. 

There are three macronutrients: protein, fats and carbohydrates. Macronutrients provide calories, or energy. The body requires large amounts of macronutrients to sustain life, hence the term “macro,” according to the University of Illinois McKinley Health Center. Each gram of protein contains 4 calories. Protein makes up about 15 percent of a person’s body weight.

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