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Protein is an essential nutrient found in animal products, nuts, and beans. The name protein name comes from the Greek word protos, which means âfirst.â Your body uses proteins in your diet to build new cells, maintain tissues, and synthesize new proteins that make it possible for you to perform basic bodily functions.
Check with your physician before beginning any diet, but protein is a necessary part of any diet plan, and some consumption on a daily basis is necessary. There are basic amounts of protein found in any number of foods, but primarily it exists in meats, nuts, and dairy products.