7 Warning Signs of Protein Deficiency

Protein is a vital building block of the body – our hair, nails and muscle tissue all require Protein. Here are 7 Warning Signs that you might not be getting enough:

1. Swollen Eyes

Protein deficiency can lower the amount of plasma protein you have in blood which can lead to a condition called Oedema. This decrease in plasma protein can be caused by the liver not storing enough iron. If Iron is not available to help the production of haemoglobin, Anemia can be the result and swelling begins.

2. Puffy Cheeks

Puffy cheeks can be the result of swollen …read more