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Protein is an essential nutrient found in animal products, nuts, and beans. The name protein name comes from the Greek word protos, which means âfirst.â Your body uses proteins in your diet to build new cells, maintain tissues, and synthesize new proteins that make it possible for you to perform basic bodily functions.
Thatâs why eating protein is so important to staying healthy. The average person needs between 40 to 65 grams of protein each day. However, protein can be tricky for people with chronic kidney disease (CKD. Although protein is a necessary nutrient, patients are often faced with the dilemma of having to limit protein intake.