THE BUILDING BLOCKS OF THE LIFE

DID YOU KNOW THAT ALMOST 17% OF OUR BODY IS

MADE UP OF PROTEIN?

What is PROTEIN? Why is PROTEIN important to MANKIND?

Proteins is a molecule made up of amino acids. Proteins are the Building Blocks of Life. Every cell in the
Human Body contains Protein. You need Protein in your
Proteins is also important for Growth and Development diet help your body Repair Cells and Make New Ones. It
In children, teens, and adults. allows metabolic reaction to take place and coordinates
bodily functions.

Proteins are needed for the body to function properly. There are FIVE COMPONENTS in PROTEIN:

Proteins are the basis of body structures, such as skin 1. CARBON (C)

and hair, and of other substances such as enzymes, 2. HYDROGEN (H)

cytokines, and antibodies. 3. OXYGEN (O)

Proteins serve a wide range of functions including 4. NITROGEN (N)

Organization, Transportation, and Defense. 5. SULFUR (S)

Foods that are rich in Protein:

EGG LENTILS BEEF

MILK FISH PEANUTS