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Protein



Updated March 07, 2014.

Definition: Protein is the main structural component of the body. Organs, muscles, blood, cell membranes, and immune system are all made up of protein.

The individual units are called amino acids and are found throughout your diet in meats, dairy products, eggs, poultry, fish, legumes, and soy.

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