Nutrient Deficiency Symptoms: Famous gastroenterologist Dr. Saurabh Sethi explains that deficiency of magnesium, iron, vitamin D etc. in the body causes many serious symptoms. Know the common signs of nutrient deficiency and important health related information.
Famous MD gastroenterologist Dr. Saurabh Sethi explains that due to lack of nutrients in the body, various types of symptoms appear. If these common symptoms are not taken care of, the body gradually starts falling ill. Even today, carbs are consumed the most in Indian homes. Due to this, there is deficiency of various nutrients. Let us know what common symptoms of deficiency of different types of nutrients were mentioned by the doctor.
Symptoms of Magnesium Deficiency
- muscle cramps
- feeling tired frequently
- insomnia
- headache and irritability
Common symptoms of Vitamin B12 deficiency
- tingling in hands and feet
- weakness and dizziness
- poor memory
- anemia
Symptoms of Iron Deficiency
- persistent fatigue and weakness
- yellowing of skin
- breathlessness
- headache or dizziness
Symptoms of Vitamin D deficiency
- pain in bones and joints
- muscle weakness
- mood swings or sadness
Symptoms of Zinc Deficiency
- having immunity week
- hair fall
- delayed wound healing
- loss of taste and smell
Omega-3 deficiency
- dry skin
- joint pain
- trouble concentrating
- mood swing
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Symptoms of potassium deficiency
- weak muscles
- tiredness and lethargy
- irregular heartbeat
- constipation problem
Symptoms of protein deficiency
- muscle weakness
- feeling hungry frequently
- weakening of hair and nails
- immune system week
Make up for the deficiency with a balanced diet
It is very important to include a balanced diet to fulfill the required nutrition in the body. If you include different types of pulses, rice, coarse grains, fresh fruits, vegetables, eggs etc. in your diet, then a balanced diet will provide the necessary nutrition to the body. Even after taking the diet, if the body shows various types of symptoms, then you should immediately contact the doctor. The doctor may give you multivitamin tablets along with advice on diet change.
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