An individual with a protein deficiency typically experiences increased susceptibility to illnesses, muscle and joint pain, and

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Setler79 [48]

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An individual with a protein deficiency typically experiences increased susceptibility to illnesses, muscle and joint pain, and

difficulty concentrating. Why does a protein deficiency cause such diverse symptoms?

Biology

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sladkih [1.3K] · Answer 1 · 2022-08-09T04:47:11+03:00

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A protein deficiency causes such diverse symptoms because immune, nervous, and muscle system cells require proteins for structure and regulation.

Proteins are the building blocks of bones, muscles, cartilage, skin, and blood. They also help in transporting oxygen, helps in blood clotting during injuries etc.

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