Signs of protein deficiency.

Signs of protein deficiency: Our body needs different types of proteins and vitamins for the development of our body and to work throughout the day. Protein is extremely essential for all of us. It plays a crucial role in the formation of cells. Without this, the formation of the human body is not possible. Specifically, our muscles are made of two types of proteins, which are called myosin and actin. Muscles are also useful in the function of all the organs of the body and the pumping of the heart by connecting with the bones. Other than this, other muscles work to deliver food to the intestines. 

Why is protein important:

Our body needs protein to build, repair and maintain it. Protein also helps in building hemoglobin in the body. Protein is also needed for hormones and immunity power to stay functional. Humans need 9 grams of protein for every 10 kg of body weight to control tissue loss, and 10 to 12 grams of protein for every 9 kg if you exercise regularly. 

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Too much protein is also harmful

Although protein is an important element for the body, still its excessive intake is also not good for the body. Our digestive system stays fine in the winter season so we can take in more protein. But, in the summer season, the amount of protein should be taken less because the amount of carbohydrates is more in the protein. The amount of carbs and carbohydrates gives heat to the body which can create a problem. Apart from this, protein should be taken in reasonable quantities even during the rainy season. 

Symptoms of protein deficiency in the body 

• Due to a lack of protein, the nails become weak and start breaking. Sometimes tiny lines start forming on the nails. 
• There is a lack of energy in the body and one starts feeling tired and weak. 
• If there is any wound in the body, it does not get healed quickly. 
• Hair becomes dry, lifeless, and weak and starts breaking and falling. 
• Protein deficiency causes bumps and blood problems in the gums. 
• The body’s immunity drops, so infections and allergies happen more often.
• Body weight may begin to decrease without any effort. 
• Bones become weak, hence the problem of osteoporosis may arise. 
• Finding it hard to exercise.
• Getting tired fast and not being able to handle the heat generated by exercise. 
• Skin infections such as rashes and swelling may appear. 
• Pain can be felt in the muscles because the muscles become weak and start shrinking. 
• The digestive capacity of the body also gets affected and the digestion process gets bad. 
• There may be a deficiency of white blood cells in the blood because protein is beneficial in blood formation, especially in the formation of white blood cells. 
• You start taking more stress.
• You feel irritable by nature.