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Article: Protein-providing potatoes. (AVEBE America Inc.'s Protastar potato ingredient)
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- Prepared Foods
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- October 1, 1996
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Amino acids, the building blocks of proteins, are required for maintenance of normal human physiology and the synthesis of muscle. Anywhere from 18-20 amino acids are necessary for optimal health and performance.
However, "essential" amino acids must be ingested because the body can not synthesize them. Examples of these amino acids include isoleucine, leucine, valine, tryptophan, lysine, methionine, phenylalanine, threonine, arginine, phenyldine, and histidine.
Protein can be found in a variety of foods, such as eggs, tofu, spinach, fish...and potatoes.
High-protein products, especially those high in amino acid content, are favored by ...