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Is carbohydrate important to digest protein? Will there be any issue if I take protein much but carbohydrate very less?
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Dear lybrateuser, - It is not mandatory to have a carbohydrate to digest protein , a combination of a carbohydrate with a protein is beneficial as carbohydrate provides instant energy & protein helps in keeping stomach full & one feel less hungry while providing energy.
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