The 10 signs you’re not eating enough protein and putting yourself at risk of swollen feet, weight gain and tooth loss

FEELING extra tired or keep getting ill? You might not be eating enough protein.

And this could be putting you at risk of extreme swelling, bone fractures and even tooth loss, experts warn.

Dr Chun Tang, GP and medical director at Pall Mall Medical, said: “Protein is like the building block for pretty much everything in your body – muscles, skin, hair, nails, even your hormones and enzymes.

“Without enough of it, your body can’t repair cells, grow new tissues, or keep your immune system strong.