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Mr. Wonderful

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on: Aug 20, 2018
Humans need to eat protein-containing foods regularly because:
 a. we need essential amino acids that can only be provided by foods.
 b. our bodies cannot make any amino acids needed for proteins.
 c. the function of protein is to maintain our muscle strength.
 d. protein is broken down quickly during digestion and lost from the body.
  e. protein is a good source of the essential nutrients iron, zinc, and B12

Question 2

Which of the following food groups does not provide significant protein?
 a. fruits
 b. grains
 c. vegetables
 d. milk, yogurt, and cheese
  e. legumes


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Reply #1 on: Aug 20, 2018
Answer to Question 1

a

Answer to Question 2

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Reply #2 on: Aug 20, 2018
Both answers were spot on, thank you once again


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Reply #3 on: Aug 20, 2018
Great! Please up vote :D


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