10 Protein Deficiency Symptoms
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
Protein is the material of which tissues and organs of the body are built. It is the main component of muscles, the heart, and the skin, among other organs. It is for this reason that protein deficiency can have serious adverse effects.
Protein deficiency occurs when your protein intake is below your body’s requirements. Kwashiorkor is the most common sign of protein deficiency and is most common in children in developing countries because of their unbalanced diets.
Protein deficiency is a common problem that affects nearly one billion people around the world. This is the reason why it is important to know the most common protein deficiency symptoms. Below are the top 10 protein deficiency symptoms to be aware of.
