proteínas

proteínas

These are organic (carbon containing) substances that are vital for a healthy diet. Built up from amino acids, they are used for building much of the body, including bones, muscles and skin. The amino acids they contain are needed for the construction of all living cells. Each gram of a protein provides 4 calories. (See Amino Acids).

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Fitness; Weight loss

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Archaeology; Evolution

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Fitness; Diet

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dieta vegana

Fitness; Diet

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fortificado

Fitness; Diet

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glucosa

Fitness; Diet

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gramo

Fitness; Diet

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hidrogenado

Fitness; Diet

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