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Understanding Proteins and Fats by asndmp is a document available to read on EtoBox.
This document provides an overview of proteins and fats as macronutrients. It discusses the chemical nature of proteins and fats, noting that proteins contain nitrogen and are made of amino acids while fats are made of fatty acids and glycerol. Sources of proteins include animal foods like meat and eggs as well as plant foods like pulses and nuts. Combining cereals and pulses provides higher quality protein. The functions of proteins include building and repairing tissues, regulating processes, transporting
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- asndmp
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