Proteins

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Proteins are made up of a total of 20 different amino acids, ten of which the human body can't produce on its own and must get from food. Amino acids act as building blocks in tissue and enzyme proteins as well as in many hormones and neurotransmitters. Protein has 17 kJ (4 kcal) of energy per gram.
Excess protein isn't stored; instead, it gets converted into fat in the body.

Nutrients

Trace elements Calcium Ca Iron Fe Iodine (I)Potassium K Magnesium Mg Sodium Na Salt - Sodium chloride Phosphorus P Selenium Se Zinc Zn Fat Fatty acids Polyunsaturated fats Monounsaturated fats Saturated fat Omega-3 fatty acids Fatty acid - linoleic acid Fatty acid - alpha-linolenic acid EPA eikosapentaeenihappo DHA dokosaheksaeenihappo Cholesterol (GC)CLA (type of fat)Palmitic acid (Palm oil)Stearic acid DPA - Docosapentaenoic acid Protein Amino acids Creatine (compound, energy for muscles)Taurine (amino acid)Peptide Carbohydrates Sugars Nitrogen compounds Tryptophan Folate B9, folic acid Niasiiniekvivalentti NE Niacin B3 (nicotinamide, nicotinic acid)Pyridoxine B6 Riboflavin B2 Thiamine B1 Vitamin A Retinol, β-carotene Karotenoidit B12 Cobalamin Vitamin D2 (ergocalciferol), D3 (cholecalciferol)Vitamin E Tocopherols, tocotrienols Vitamin K K₁ (phylloquinone), K₂ (menaquinone)Vitamin K2 (menaquinone)Choline (B-group, vitamin-like)Hemirauta Cu Copper Minerals Energy (kJ)Calories (kcal)Fiber Prebiotics Inulin Antioxidants and bioactive compounds Quercetin Antibacterial compounds Support for the immune system Immune defence Supporting hemoglobin levels Promotes iron absorption Managing cholesterol Cardiovascular health Risk of arteriosclerosis Improved digestion Ca Calcium Structure and health of bones and teeth P Phosphorus Energy metabolism, bones K Potassium Fluid balance, nervous system function Sodium Fluid balance, muscle function Mg Magnesium Function of muscles and nervous system The body's resistance to inflammation Weight management Enhancing athletic performance Formation of muscle cells Condition of the skin and mucous membranes Skin and tissue well-being Eye health Vision Dry eyes and light sensitivity Possible effect on sleep quality Finland

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Beef

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