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| Physical Health | Food & Nutrition | Why we need protein.
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| WHY WE NEED PROTEIN |
- Our bodies are composed of millions of cells which are constantly being replaced and repaired. New cells are added all the time. Protein is vital for the GROWTH, REPAIR + MAINTENANCE of the body.
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 - Protein comes from meat, fish, eggs, cheese and milk. Vegetarians can get protein from alternatives such as beans, pulses (lentils, kidney beans etc) and soya.
- Protein is especially important at certain times, such as the rapid growth spurt in teenage years.
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Did you know? |
- The GROWTH of HAIR, NAILS and SKIN all rely on protein.
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