Diseases and Conditions Nutrition

Common Signs and Symptoms of a Protein Deficiency

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Frequent Infections

Not only is protein essential in a speedy healing process, it is also necessary when I comes to maintaining a health immune system. Essentially it helps the body in the defence and protection against bacterial and viral infections. Therefore, it is key to ensure that your protein intake is adequate in order for your white blood count to be high enough, which will result in a lowered susceptibility to getting sick and a shortened healing process.