“It’s the sense of what family is at the dinner table. It was the joy of knowing Mother was in the kitchen making our favorite dish. I wish more people would do this and recall the joy of life.”
~ Chef Paul Prudhomme
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Learning Objectives
By the end of this chapter, you will be able to:
Describe the role and structure of proteins
Describe the functions of proteins in the body
Describe the consequences of protein imbalance
Protein is a vital constituent of all organs in the body and is required to perform a vast variety of functions. Therefore, protein is an essential nutrient that must be consumed in the diet.
Your protein-rich muscles allow for body strength and movement, which enable you to enjoy many activities.
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Learning Activities
Technology Note: The second edition of the Human Nutrition Open Educational Resource (OER) textbook features interactive learning activities. These activities are available in the web-based textbook and are not in downloadable versions (EPUB, Digital PDF, Print_PDF, or Open Document).
Learning activities may be used across various mobile devices; however, for the best user experience, it is strongly recommended that users complete these activities using a desktop or laptop computer.
