How do we know if our body is not able to digest protein properly?

Protein is our basic need. It is called the building block of the body. All the cells in our body contain protein. Every part of the body needs protein.

Now many people eat sufficient amount of protein. Still, there is a deficiency of it in their body. This happens due to improper digestion of protein. When protein is not digested in the body, some symptoms appear.  Dietitian Ginni Kalra

Dietitian Ginni says that there can be many reasons for protein not being digested in the body. Such as less acid formation in the stomach. If enough hydro-chloric acid i.e. HCL is not being formed in the stomach. Then the protein does not break down properly. Sometimes due to lack of necessary enzymes, protein has difficulty in breaking down. Due to which it is not digested properly.

If the balance between good bacteria and bad bacteria in the stomach is disturbed, and in such a situation, if more protein is consumed or a protein that is difficult to digest is eaten, like red meat, then also there may be a problem in digesting the protein.

If the balance between good bacteria and bad bacteria in the stomach is disturbed, and in such a situation, if more protein is consumed or a protein that is difficult to digest is eaten, like red meat, then also there may be a problem in digesting the protein.

When protein is not digested properly, the body does not get the required amount of protein. The result? One feels lethargic and weak. Muscles start weakening. 

See, when there is a lack of protein, the body starts breaking down muscle tissues for energy. This leads to a decrease in muscle mass. And, muscles become weak. The body starts getting tired quickly. It becomes difficult to lift heavy things or exert strength.

Wounds also take longer to heal if protein is not digested properly. Actually, protein repairs the body's tissues. Due to which wounds heal quickly. But, if protein is not absorbed properly, wounds take longer to heal.

Not only this, if the body gets less protein then the nails start breaking easily. The hair becomes weak and starts falling. The skin also becomes dry.

Now chew the food well so that the protein is digested properly. Include probiotics and fiber in your diet. 

Such as curd, buttermilk, fruits, green vegetables etc. Also, do not drink too much water with food. Avoid eating very heavy or processed protein. If the problem does not go away, consult a doctor.