Ask the Diet Doctor: Complete and Incomplete Proteins

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Q: What is an “incomplete” protein?

A: When you hear that a food contains complete or incomplete proteins, this classification is referring to the kinds of amino acids in that food. Amino acids are the chemical compounds that make up proteins. Think of them like individual Christmas tree lights—when you string them all together you get protein.

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