02:09 PM Thursday, August 24, 2023
I wrote – Nada Najid
Deficiency of essential minerals and vitamins greatly affects physical and mental health in many ways, and this leads to many diseases, and these problems can exacerbate and cause general stress to the body.
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Exposure to prolonged stress causes the body to continue to release the hormones adrenaline and cortisol into the bloodstream to combat stress, and this can lead to disruption of the body’s stress response system, which can lead to adrenal fatigue syndrome, and this can lead to a weakened immune system, General weakness, headache, decreased libido, and unexplained hair loss.
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Excessive stress can affect the metabolic, hormonal, reproductive, digestive and other body systems.
In the following lines, the “Consulto” reviews a list of the most prominent signs that indicate a deficiency of essential vitamins and minerals in the body, according to what was published by the “Very well health” website.
Signs that the body suffers from a lack of vitamins
1- Exhaustion
Fatigue is a common and early sign of a lack of vitamins and some nutrients, especially iron, vitamin B12 and magnesium. Exhaustion is the first symptom of dehydration, so make sure you give your body plenty of water.
2- Fatigue
Iron plays a big role in your overall health, especially for women who are pregnant or menstruating, because iron is an essential component of red blood cells that carry oxygen to all tissues of the body. Inadequate iron intake deprives muscles, organs, and the brain of oxygen and may lead to anemia, fatigue, and weakness. Poor focus.
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3- General aches and pains
Muscle pain, which often occurs due to normal aging or even an exercise-related symptom, is a sign of vitamin D and magnesium deficiency.
Muscle stiffness, tightness, and spasm are often associated with low magnesium, while muscle weakness, muscle aches, and bone pain are associated with low vitamin D levels.
4- Changes in hair texture
A change in the quality and texture of hair can be a sign of not getting enough folic acid, B12, B6 and/or iron, and these nutrients help support a healthy blood supply that carries oxygen to the hair and scalp.
5- Vision problems
There are some vision problems that indicate that your diet is low in vitamins C and E, in addition to two compounds, lutein and zeaxanthin, all of which help the lens of each eye filter ultraviolet light, and they also work as internal sunglasses to protect the deep layers of the eye from damage, and can Find these two compounds in spinach.
6- Bleeding gums
If you have an atypical amount of bloody gums or aggressive gingivitis, you may need to increase your vitamin C intake. Eat foods like broccoli, cantaloupe, cauliflower, kale, kiwi, papaya, and strawberries.
7- Jaw pain
Jaw pain, clicking, or difficulty chewing indicates a lack of magnesium and calcium in the body. Magnesium-rich foods include dark leafy green vegetables such as spinach, kale, collard greens, or Swiss chard.
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8- A tingling sensation in the fingers
If tingling sensations are associated with depression, weakness, or even fatigue, it is an indication of a deficiency in vitamin B12, known as the energy vitamin, which is mainly found in meat, dairy products, and eggs, so those who follow a vegan diet may be more susceptible to this type of deficiency.
9- Dry skin or eyes
If you notice that your skin is dry, your eyes are also dry and unable to produce tears, or you have difficulty seeing in dim light, beware of vitamin A deficiency. Doctors suggest adding meat, dairy products, eggs, as well as red, orange and green plant foods to your diet.
10- Muscle spasms
If you suffer from muscle cramps, along with fatigue or numbness and tingling in the arms, legs, feet and around the mouth, this is an indication that the body needs to increase calcium intake, so be sure to take nutritional supplements with vitamins D and K to improve calcium absorption and its healthy distribution throughout over the body.
11- Heavy bleeding
If you have blood in your urine or stool, heavy periods, bleeding gums, frequent nosebleeds, or bruising easily, this indicates a vitamin K deficiency. The best food sources for vitamin K are leafy green vegetables, fish, liver, meat, and eggs.
2023-08-24 11:12:06
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