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Protein Deficiency: Not Getting Enough Protein

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March 8, 2025
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Like iron and calcium deficiency, protein deficiency is a common threat for the Indian population. Many Indians don’t consider it a significant concern, but the consequences can be severe. Here’s what can happen due to protein deficiency:

  1. Wasting and Shrinking of Muscle Tissue: Protein is essential for muscle health.
  2. Slow Growth in Children: Protein is crucial for growth and development.
  3. Impaired Immune System: Protein is vital for a strong immune response.
  4. Feeling Weak or Hungry: Protein provides energy and helps satisfy hunger.
  5. Oedema: Fluid buildup, especially in feet and ankles.
  6. Anaemia: Reduced oxygen delivery to cells, often due to dietary deficiencies like lack of iron.
  7. Sarcopenia: Loss of skeletal muscle with age, worsened by illness, poor diet, and inactivity.
  8. Brittle Hair and Nails: Often the first sign of protein deficiency.

Sources:- https://medium.com/@healwithpriyanka/a-look-at-indian-protein-deficiency-and-how-to-fix-it-b5d98ac11564

Signs You Might Be Protein Deficient
  1. Protein Cravings: Craving protein-rich foods indicates low protein levels. Listen to your body and consume protein.
  2. Sugar Cravings: High-carb, low-protein meals can cause sugar spikes and drops, leading to sugar cravings. Pair carbs with protein for steadier blood sugar levels.
  3. Hunger: Lack of protein can make you feel hungrier. Protein lowers the “hunger” hormone ghrelin and boosts hormones that make you feel full, increasing your appetite if deficient.

Sources:- https://www.self.com/story/protein-deficiency

What is good quality protein? and why Namay Probiotic Products are good quality proteins?

According to Indian Council of Medical Research- National Institute of Nutrition, Human body requires only 20 amino acids. Thousands of different types of proteins are made from these 20 amino acids. Of these 20, nine amino acids are not synthesized in our body, hence these should be obtained from food, and these are termed as essential amino acids (EAA). A diet with all 20 amino acids including 9 essential amino acids referred to as good quality proteins, these are essential in the maintenance of muscle mass.

Namay Probiotic Products contain all 20 amino acids including 9 essential amino acids and 11 nonessential amino acids. Therefore, Namay Probiotic Products are source of good quality proteins.

Sources:- https://www.nin.res.in/downloads/DietaryGuidelinesforNINwebsite.pdf

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