Physical Signs that Might Indicate Vitamin Deficiency

Does your body lack vitamins and minerals? The graphic below lists 19 everyday signs that are often connected with low vitamin and mineral levels.

Cracked lips can be due to low B vitamins and iron. Fatigue could mean your body lacks B12, Vitamin D, and iron. Muscle cramps can happen if your body lacks magnesium and potassium. Bleeding gums, weak bones, hair loss, brittle nails, and tingling or numbness might also indicate nutrient deficiency.

However, it should be remembered that each of the above symptoms can have many causes, and a nutrient deficiency is only one possibility. Symptoms alone cannot confirm a deficiency, and taking supplements without guidance can be unhelpful or even harmful.

If one or more of these signs lasts or keeps returning, a doctor can check with a proper blood test and suggest the right next step.

A balanced diet with a variety of whole foods is the best starting point for covering nutrient needs.

Source: Nutra Fact