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Long term lack of protein could lead to damage of tissues and muscles? is it true. if it is whats is the cure

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Eat protein.: Protein serves reparative functions in the body, among others. The solution now would be to increase your protein intake, lean protein of course not just fatty meats, to allow your body's repair processes to kick in again.

Answered 11/15/2015

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A member asked:

Long term lack of protein could lead to damage of tissues and muscles? is it true. if it is whats is the cure

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