What happens if you don't get enough protein?

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asked Mar 31, 2020 in Other- Health by Wm2ju1232 (310 points)
What happens if you don't get enough protein?

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answered Apr 3, 2020 by lulumeon (40,870 points)
Protein is very essential to keeping our bodies working properly and for keeping our bodies healthy.

When we don't get enough protein and have a protein deficiency then it can lead to a loss of energy and cause other health issues with your vital organs.

When you're not getting enough protein then your body then uses the protein from your muscle tissue to give you the energy which can damage the muscles eventually.

Lack of protein can cause things such as muscle cramping, muscle weakness, and muscle soreness.

Some symptoms of low protein levels are fatigue, hunger, muscle loss, muscle weakness, hair loss, fluid retention and depression.

If you think you're not getting enough protein then you may need to take protein supplements or drink some protein shakes.

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