Protein Deficiency Health Effects
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A lack of protein can lead to stunted growth in children due to a slower ______ rate.

growth

Hair and nails may become weak or brittle because they do not grow as ______.

fast

Protein deficiency can result in wounds taking longer to ______ due to a less efficient immune system.

heal

A severe protein deficiency condition is known as ______, which is characterized by symptoms like oedema and poor growth.

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Protein is important for maintaining energy levels; a deficiency can lead to feelings of ______ or weakness.

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Protein deficiency and growth

Reduced protein intake can lead to a slower growth rate in children as protein is essential for building new cells and tissues.

Protein deficiency and hair/nail health

Hair and nails are made of a protein called keratin. Insufficient protein can lead to weaker, brittle hair and nails that don't grow as quickly.

Protein deficiency and immune system

A protein deficiency can weaken the immune system, making it harder to fight off infections and leading to slower wound healing.

Protein deficiency and edema

Protein deficiency can lead to fluid buildup in the body, causing swelling in areas like the ankles and belly. This is because protein plays a role in maintaining proper fluid balance.

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Kwashiorkor - consequence of extreme protein deficiency

Extreme protein deficiency can cause Kwashiorkor, a severe condition characterized by edema, poor growth, and brittle hair. This highlights the crucial role of protein in overall health and development.

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Protein Deficiency - Problems

  • Growth Retardation (Children): Protein deficiency slows growth rates, impacting muscle mass development.
  • Hair and Nail Health: Insufficient protein leads to slower growth and weaker, more brittle hair and nails.
  • Wound Healing: Protein deficiency impacts immune function, causing slower wound healing.
  • Oedema (Water Retention): Fluid buildup, seen as swelling in ankles or belly, can result from protein deficiency.
  • Fatigue and Weakness: Lack of protein leads to reduced energy levels and weakness.
  • Weight Loss: Protein deficiency can cause loss of fat and muscle mass, leading to weight loss.
  • Delayed Muscle/Tissue Healing: Protein deficiency slows the healing process for muscle and tissue injuries.
  • Increased Infection Risk: Lower protein intake weakens the immune system, increasing susceptibility to infections.
  • Digestive Issues: Protein is crucial for digestive enzyme production and gut repair; deficiency can cause digestive problems.
  • Kwashiorkor (Severe Deficiency): Extreme protein deficiency results in oedema, poor growth, and brittle hair.
  • Anaemia: Protein deficiency can contribute to anaemia.

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Explore the wide-ranging effects of protein deficiency on health, particularly in children. This quiz covers essential aspects such as growth retardation, hair and nail health, wound healing, and immune function. Test your understanding of how insufficient protein intake can lead to various health issues.

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