Nutrients deficiency – How to detect and cure.

• Vitamin A deficiency It plays an important role in strengthening the immune system against infectious diseases. The lack of Vitamin A causes Blindness in children. In order to provide higher amount of

• Vitamin A following food having high amount of Vitamin A should be included in your diet;
• Milk
• Eggs
• Green vegetables
• Reddish- yellow fruits

• Vitamin  B1 deficiency Lack of Vitamin B1 can cause
• Weight loss
• Fatigue
• Memory loss

• Its deficiency can be overcome by having the following food in your diet
• Eggs
• Nuts
• Seeds
• Pork

• Vitamin B3 deficiency Its symptoms include diarrhea, dementia and skin disorders. Its deficiency can be overcome by taking necessary supplements.

• Vitamin B 9 deficiency Vitamin B 9 helps in making the Red blood Cells and the DNA in the body. It is important in developing a child’s brain and spinal cord.  The Vitamin B 9 can be obtained from the following food items;
• Whole grains
• Beans
• Leafy green vegetables
• Meat
• Grain products

During pregnancy women must consume enough Vitamins B9 for a healthy delivery. It also helps prevent birth defects.

• Vitamin B 12 deficiency Vitamin B 12 helps in producing healthy Red blood cells in the body. Vitamin deficiency is common in people who are
• Vegan
• Age above 60 years
• Have diabetes
• Lack intrinsic factor
• A deficiency can cause Anemia.

Symptoms of Vitamin B12 deficiency are

• Fatigue and weakness
• Dizziness
• Short breath
• Weight loss
• Nausea
• Pale skin

If the deficiency is not treated at time then it can cause irreversible damage to the nervous system.

But how do I know if I have a nutrient deficiency?

These are the following symptoms that are observed due to nutrients deficiency,

• Pale skin
• Fatigue
• Hair loss
• Weakness
• Trouble breathing
• Constipation
• Food cravings
• Sleepiness
• Depression
• Lack of concentration