Question

Write an alternate source of protein for animal and human nutrition.

Answer 1

The alternate source of protein for animal and human nutrition is single cell/spirulina. Proteins obtained from microorganisms are called Single cell proeins. These are secondary metabolites. They are obtained from algae, fungi, yeast and bacteria.

Spirulina is rich in nutrients which are not normally found in daily vitamins. It contains a high amount of calcium, potassium, niacin, magnesium.