Nutrition: Concepts and Controversies
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ISBN: 9781133603184
Author: Frances Sizer, Ellie Whitney
Publisher: Cengage Learning
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Proteins are complex macromolecules composed of amino acids. They play a crucial role in several biological processes and are required for the proper development and function of the human body’s tissues and organs.
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