7 signs and symptoms of protein deficiency

Protein deficiency significantly impacts skin and hair health, leading to paler, drier, flakier skin, brittle, breakable hair, hair loss, or graying.

Changes in skin and hair

Severe protein deficiency can hinder the immune system, leading to fewer antibodies and increased infection risk.

Often falling sick

Consuming adequate protein can help build and maintain skeletal muscle mass and strength, slowing the progression of sarcopenia, a progressive loss of muscle mass and strength due to natural aging.

Muscle loss and weakness

Protein is crucial for muscle and bone growth, bone maintenance, and bone maintenance in older adults, especially those at risk of osteoporosis, and is essential for bone mineral density.

 Decreased bone development and density

Protein deficiency can lead to weight loss and increased risk of heart issues, while a high-protein diet can contribute to weight loss and prevent regain.

Weight gain/loss

Anemia, a common symptom of marasmus, is a condition characterized by reduced red blood cell production, often treated with iron supplements or iron-rich foods.

Anemia

Protein is crucial for growth, and growth stunting, a symptom of kwashiorkor, can lead to poor school performance, impaired cognitive development, and increased risk of chronic health conditions. Early treatment is crucial.

Stunted growth

One of the major deficiencies of protein is swelling

Swelling

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