Protein.
what if people have low protein in their body?
Blood testing will reveal if you have low protein.
A healthful, balanced diet should provide you with a steady supply of protein to keep you nourished. If your protein is low -- often caused by issues such as kidney problems or bone marrow conditions -- it causes a number of health concerns. Eating more protein might fix the issue, but the best method of remedying low protein is to treat the cause with the help of your health-care professional.
Weakness
Protein is essential for tissue repair and muscle building. If your protein is low, your muscles can begin to deteriorate. This contributes to weakness, which is most often the first sign of a protein deficiency. Weakness could set in within a month. Muscle cramping is also common and usually gets worse as time goes on. As the degradation of your muscles progresses, simple tasks like walking might leave you winded, while climbing stairs seems unfathomable.
Edema
Edema is a condition that causes swelling in your face and body because of fluid accumulation. It most commonly affects your hands, arms, feet, ankles and legs, according to MayoClinic.com. Skin around the swollen area often appears shiny or stretched and might retain an indentation for several seconds when pressed. The site of the swelling is often an indication of the condition causing, or being caused by, low protein. For example, protein-deficiency-induced liver problems commonly cause your abdomen to retain fluid.
carbohydrates
what if people have low carbohydrate in their body?
1. Eating Too Many Carbs
There is no clear definition of exactly what constitutes a “low carbohydrate diet.”
Some would call anything under 100-150 grams per day low-carbohydrate, which is definitely a lot less than the standard Western diet.
A lot of people could get awesome results within this carbohydrate range, as long as they ate real, unprocessed foods..
It could take some self experimentation to figure out your optimal range as this depends on a lot of things, but most people will need to go under 50 grams per day to get into full-blown mitosis.
This doesn’t leave you with many carbohydrate options except vegetables and small amounts of berries.
Fats
what if people have low fats in their body?
1. Poor Vitamin Absorption
Eating a diet too low in fat can interfere with the absorption of the fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E and K. Because these nutrients are fat soluble, your body needs dietary fat to utilize them. These vitamins are stored mostly in the liver and fat tissue and are important in bodily functions such as growth, immunity, cell repair and blood clotting. If you're not eating enough fat to bring these vitamins into your body, they will be excreted, and you may be at risk for a vitamin deficiency.
2. DepressionA diet that's too low in fat—especially essential fatty acids, which your body can only get from food—might hurt your mental health. Both omega-3s and omega-6s play roles in mood and behavior. They are the precursor to many hormones and chemicals produced in the brain. One study published in the Journal of Affective Disordershas linked low and abnormal essential fatty acid intake to depressive symptoms. Other research shows that, because fatty acids help to insulate nerve cells in the brain, allowing these nerve cells to better communicate with one another. People who are deficient in omega-3s may suffer from bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, eating disorders, and ADHD. Continued ›
Digestive System
Cardiovascular Disease
Body Weight
Low-Fiber Diet
FIBERS
what if people have low fibers in their body?
A deficit in dietary fiber can result in constipation. Hemorrhoids are sometimes a side effect of prolonged constipation, caused by straining to empty the bowels; adding fiber may help to reduce the occurrence of hemorrhoids. Chronic constipation and straining may also lead to diverticulitis disease, a painful condition in which pouches form in the colon and can become inflamed.
A study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association in 1996 demonstrated an inverse relationship between fiber intake and the incidence of heart attack in study participants. In other words, those who consumed the least dietary fiber were more at risk for heart attacks. Research published in JAMA in 1999 speculated that this connection might be related to the fact that fiber helps regulate insulin levels and prevent obesity.
Dietary fiber is also known for its impact on satiety, which is a sensation of fullness. Food that is lower in fiber is less satiating than a diet higher in fiber. Because fiber tends to affect appetite, it has been studied for its role in weight management. A study from the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition in 2010 showed that fiber intake is inversely associated with subsequent weight gain and a higher waist circumference.
Certain circumstances may warrant a low-fiber diet. A doctor may prescribe a low-fiber diet after certain surgeries or treatments or if the bowel is narrowed because of a tumor or inflammatory disease. A low-fiber diet should be followed only as long as prescribed. If a long-term low-fiber diet is required, it may be advisable to speak with a nutritionist to ensure optimal nutrition.
VITAMIN AND MINERALS
what if people have low vitamin and minerals in their body?
The purpose of food is to provide your body with the nutrients needed to function. Not eating enough or eating too many empty calories means you’re not giving your body the fuel it needs to perform mentally or physically. A low intake of the mineral iron, for instance, causes fatigue, weakness and may affect work performance. Vitamin B12 deficiency affects one in 31 U.S. adults 51 years of age and older, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Not getting enough of this vitamin causes similar symptoms in addition to memory problems and personality changes.
WATER
Mineral salts (electrolytes), such as sodium and potassium, are dissolved in the water in the body. Water balance and electrolyte balance (see Electrolyte Balance) are closely linked. The body works to keep the total amount of water and the levels of electrolytes in the blood constant. For example, when the sodium level becomes too high, thirst develops, leading to an increased intake of fluids. In addition, oppressiveness (also called anti diuretic hormone), a hormone secreted by the brain in response to dehydration, causes the kidneys to excrete less water. The combined effect is an increased amount of water in the blood. As a result, sodium is diluted and the balance of sodium and water is restored. When the sodium level becomes too low, the kidneys excrete more water, which decreases the amount of water in the blood, again restoring the balance.
