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Protein is known to be a part of every tissue, cell and organ in our body. Other than water protein is a very important chemical in the body. Proteins help provide structure and strength to the cells and tissues it controls the biochemical reactions and aids the immune system. Protein also helps regulate the metabolism. 5 types of proteins are, structural, storage, hormonal, enzyme, and immunoglobulins. Proteins are made out of amino acids. The amino acids are essential because they join together to make all the types of protein. Our bodies cant make some of these amino acids those acids are known as essential amino acids. It is very important that our diet provides these. In today’s world most people eat consume more protein than they should with out any harmful side effects. The only problem with consuming too much protein is that protein contributes to calorie intake, which will affect your diet and may make you gain weight. Another risk for consuming too much protein is that protein can also be a source of saturated fat, which is linked to elevated low-density lipoprotein cholesterol, which puts you at risk for heart disease. According to my age and gender I need about 46 grams of protein a day. Some healthy nutrient source of protein is those that provide all he essential amino acids, for example poultry, milk, eggs, meat and cheese. Three negative effects of high-protein diets are that it might increase the risk of osteoporosis, it may put strain on your kidneys and it can cause damage to your internal organs.

Reference:
http://www.cdc.gov/nutrition/everyone/basics/protein.html