Essential amino acids that are used to build proteins
A) exist in twenty six different configurations.
B) are linked together by ionic chemical bonds in proteins.
C) can be used medically for both diagnosis and treatment of diseases.
D) are derived from the foods we eat and digest.
E) can only be made by cells within our bodies.

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Essential amino acids are not produced by the body and must be obtained through the diet. They are used to build proteins and are therefore important for growth and repair of body tissues.

Essential Amino Acids That Are Used to Build Proteins