Proteins

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  1. 2. Function of protein - important component in the skin, nails, ligaments, muscles, tendons
  2. 4. Proteins that provide with all the essential amino acids in the right amounts
  3. 9. Basic chemical units of proteins
  4. 10. Body is able to produce and need not be obtained from food, ___ amino acids
  5. 12. Function of protein - when there is insufficient intake of carbohydrates and fats in the diet
  6. 13. Human body is unable to produce and must be obtained from food, ___ amino acids
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  1. 1. Proteins lack one or more essential amino acids that is required by the human body
  2. 3. Function of protein - needed for the body to repair and replace worn-out cells and tissues
  3. 5. ___ are formed by combining two or more low biological value proteins
  4. 6. Function of protein - all ___ are enabled through muscle contraction
  5. 7. Function of protein - ___ of nutrients, wastes & gases
  6. 8. Function of protein - proteins in the form antibodies to protect against harmful microorganisms
  7. 11. Function of protein - ___ are made up of protein and they are involved in chemical reactions in the body