Question

what are proteins ? give their protein deficiency diseases ?

Answer 1

protein is composed of amino acids, which are organic compounds made of carbon, hydrogen, nitrogen, oxygen or sulfur. Amino acids are the building blocks of proteins, and proteins are the building blocks of muscle mass, according to the National Institutes of Health (NIH).

• Change in skin and hair color (to a rust color) and texture.

• fatigue.

• diarrhea.

• loss of muscle mass.

• failure to grow or gain weight.

• edema (swelling) of the ankles, feet, and belly.

• damaged immune system, which can lead to more frequent and severe infections.

• irritability.

Answer 2

Amino acids are proteins