Why are Proteins Important?

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Addicts in recovery often have difficulty concentrating, in part because of the dopamine deficiencies they developed during their addiction. Proteins rich in tyrosine, found in foods such as avocados, poultry, fish, yogurt, sprouts and garlic help the brain produce dopamine and can improve both the depth and the length of a patient's concentration capacity

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