Protein
Madison Barrett
Function of protein
Aid in cell growth, aid in cell maintenance, and to help repair tissue.
Sources of protein
5 reasons why Protein is the most essential nutrient:
Aids in cell growth
Aids in cell maintenance
Helps repair tissue
The building blocks for muscle
They carry sodium and potassium into and out of cells
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