Protein is an essential nutrient for the human body. The production, existence and death of life are all related to protein. Protein is the basis of life. Without protein, there is no life. Protein plays an important role in forming and repairing tissues, regulating physiological functions, etc. It is also one of the energy sources of the human body
, so protein is very important and indispensable for growth and development, immunity, skin and hair. However, not everyone in life can ensure adequate protein intake every day. If protein Insufficient intake of nutrients will have an impact on all aspects of the body, specifically:
1, indigestion, poor appetite, picky eaters, partial eclipse, easy to accumulate food, diarrhea
The composition of digestive enzymes is protein. If the protein is insufficient, various use Digestive enzymes to help digest food will also be insufficient, so it is easy to cause indigestion
Indigestion is prone to food accumulation, loss of appetite, etc.
2, puffiness, and edema.
Protein can help maintain the colloid osmotic pressure of the blood. If protein Insufficient blood osmotic pressure will lead to a decrease in blood osmotic pressure, causing water to penetrate into the tissue, causing edema and making the person look puffy.
The most well-known thing is the Sanlu milk powder incident a few years ago, which produced a lot of big-headed babies , because the protein in fake milk powder is very high. less protein in children Insufficient intake of protein can cause edema
3 and weight loss
Protein is the basis of human tissue and the main substance that forms muscles. Lack of protein can lead to weight loss and weight loss, and children cannot gain weight
4 and are prone to anemia
Insufficient protein and insufficient hemoglobin synthesis will naturally lead to anemia
5, poor growth and development, insufficient height and weight, and weight loss
The most important nutrient for bone development is protein, followed by calcium, so if there is a lack of protein, it will If the joints and bones do not have sufficient raw materials to build the framework, the child will naturally not grow tall
6, suffer from mental retardation, inactivity, inattention, poor understanding, and apathy.
The development of the brain is also inseparable from protein. Lack of protein will not only cause leading to poor physical development Good, it can also cause brain and intellectual development to be affected
7, low immunity, and often get sick
The body's immune organs , immune cells and various antibodies complement are all composed of proteins. Lack of protein can cause immune organ Atrophy, decreased immune cells, and insufficient secretion of antibodies are like insufficient supplies and bullets during a war. Naturally, the battle cannot be fought.
Therefore, if you want to have a strong immunity, you must not lack protein.
8. Hair is yellow and sparse.
Hair is also made of protein, so many children who lack protein will have dry, yellow and sparse hair. Shrinking hair follicles lead to hair loss.
9. Bad skin.
The skin contains collagen and elastin Allows us to keep our skin supple and elastic. The lack of protein leads to the reduction of collagen and elastin, and the skin will naturally not be good.
10, nails Uneven
Nails are also made up of protein. Lack of protein will lead to uneven nails
If these symptoms appear during the child's development, combined with the diet. If the usual intake of protein is less, it is necessary to consider the child's protein deficiency and start with the diet. Supplement more high-quality protein
How to supplement protein
Eat more lean meat, fish, poultry, eggs, milk, soy products, etc. These foods are rich in high-quality protein and can help supplement protein
Two meals a day Meat, an egg, 300-500ml of milk, a handful of nuts, dozens of grams of beans, plus protein from staple foods and fruits and vegetables can basically meet the amount of protein your child needs.
If you are interested in milk or eggs If you are allergic, you can eat more of the corresponding other foods
If it doesn't work, you can also let your children directly supplement protein powder , which is also a good choice. If you are allergic to soy, you can choose peas that are relatively non-allergic, and try to choose products without additives.
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