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Proteins are composed of amino acids linked together in chains. There are 20 amino acids, some of which are essential to obtain from food. Proteins perform many critical functions in the body as enzymes, hormones, antibodies, and structures. They aid in fluid balance, immune response, and acid-base balance. Dietary proteins are broken down into amino acids during digestion and absorbed into the bloodstream. Amino acids can then be used to form new proteins or for energy. Most adults need 0.8 grams of protei

Author
Anggraini Hayati
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