Thursday, July 2, 2020

Protein deficiency symptoms that asking you to take measures

Protein deficiency symptoms


Signs that tell you are deficit of protein

Protein is very important for the functions of the human body, it is needed for weight loss, muscle building, and others.

If you are deficient in protein, your body may experience many problems. According to a study, one billion people worldwide suffer from protein deficiency, especially in Central Africa and South Asia, our own region, where 30% of children receive very little protein.

According to medical experts, the daily requirement of protein for adult men is 56 grams, for women 4 grams and for children 19 to 34 grams (depending on their age).

However, how to assess protein deficiency in the body? The symptoms that tell you about your protein are as follows.


Increased appetite


If you are hungry all the time and have a desire for food or a mouthful all the time, it may be because the diet is low in protein and high in carbohydrates and sugars. When this happens, people start consuming high-calorie foods, which are low in protein.


Decreased muscle volume and joint pain


Muscles are the largest source of protein in the body, and weakness, pain, or loss of volume is a clear sign of protein deficiency. According to a study, this is common in middle-aged or elderly people, protein is an essential component for the growth and maintenance of muscles.


Skin and nail problems


Lack of protein results in weak, full, and in some cases white and brown marks on the nails. Similarly, protein deficiency also has a negative effect on the skin, as protein is an ingredient that helps cells regenerate and form new cells. If it is deficient, the skin becomes dry, flaky, and cracked.


Hair loss or baldness


90% of our hair is made up of a type of protein called keratin. If this component is deficient, the hair will start to lose its lightness and color, while also falling out rapidly. This is because the body stops using protein for hair growth to keep it safe.


Fat on the liver

Fat buildup on the liver is one of the most common symptoms of protein deficiency and if left untreated can lead to liver disease such as edema, scratching, and liver failure. This occurs with obese people.


Increase the risk of bone fractures


Like a muscle, protein deficiency affects the bones. Lack of an adequate amount of protein in the diet leads to bone weakness, which increases the risk of fractures. This is because protein is needed for the absorption of calcium and the metabolism of bones.


Insomnia


If you have trouble sleeping or you lack sleep, it can also be a sign of protein deficiency. Dietary protein produces tryptophan, an amino acid needed to help you sleep. For a good night's sleep, eating a protein-rich diet before bed can help you fall asleep as you lie in bed.


Fog on the brain


Protein is essential for the healthy functioning of the brain. If this component is deficient, it can lead to loss of determination, memory impairment, or difficulty in learning something new. This is a sign that the body is deficient in protein.

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