Question

Sakshi's brother goes to a gym regularly. His coach asked him to take protein supplements in his diet, the picture of which is shown below. Shakshi wanted to know the reason behind this. You can help Sakshi by selecting the correct explanation from the given options.

• A. Proteins are the only nutrients required by our body.
• B. Proteins give energy while doing exercise.
• C. Proteins are body building components of food.
• D. Proteins are responsible for sweating during exercise.

Answer 1

The correct option is C

Proteins are body building components of food.

Proteins are the body building components of food. Protein is a nutrient found in food (as meat, milk, eggs, and beans) that is made up of many amino acids joined together, it is a necessary part of the diet, and it is essential for normal cell structure and function.