Protein- any of a class of nitrogenous organic compounds which have large molecules composed of one or more long chains of amino acids and are an essential part of all living organisms, especially as structural components of body tissues such as muscle, hair, etc and as enzymes and antibodies.

Studies show that eating a high-protein diet has a number of health benefits. The benefits of protein in your diet not only help you maintain and lose weight, but protein also works to stabilise your blood sugar levels, improve your ability to learn and concentrate, reduce brain fog, boost your energy levels, support your muscles and bones and support the absorption of important nutrients.

In almost every food

High-protein diets may promise weight loss, but it may only be short term. Excess protein is usually stored as fat while the surplus of amino acids is excreted. This can lead to weight gain over time, especially if you consume too many calories while trying to increase your protein intake.

What happens if I don’t get enough protein?

Protein deficiency is mostly caused by essential amino acid deficiency. Deficiency of each of the nine essential amino acids causes distinct symptoms. Deficiency of any of them prohibits the synthesis of a variety of proteins.  Without protein, the human body cannot function normally.

Early signs of protein deficiency include:

• Muscle loss (unexpected weight loss)
• Fatigue
• Depression
• Uneasiness (anxiety)
• Anaemia