Incomplete proteins do not contain all the essential amino acids required by the body, but they can be combined with other foods to provide all the essential amino acids. This is called complementary protein pairing. Therefore, eating incomplete proteins in combinations that provide all the essential amino acids is the best choice.

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Incomplete Proteins

Question 60

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Incomplete proteins

A) cannot provide the essential amino acids
B) should be avoided in the diet
C) should be eaten in combinations that provide all the essential amino acids in the same meal
D) need to be eaten in combinations with complete proteins to provide the essential amino acids

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