Have you been feeling tired, weak, fatigued, and under the weather, seemingly for no reason? If your doctors can’t figure out what’s going on, you may be suffering from vitamin deficiency symptoms.
Symptoms of Vitamin Deficiency
Vitamin deficiency symptoms vary depending on the nutrient you are deficient in. However, there are some common tell-tale signs your body may not be getting the optimum nutrition it needs.
Some common vitamin deficiency symptoms include:
- Chronic fatigue
- Skin problems
- Brittle nails
- Irritability
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Insomnia
- Neurological dysfunction
Common Vitamin Deficiencies
- Vitamin D
Vitamin D deficiency is the number one vitamin deficiency in the world. Physicians are now discovering that 85% of their patients are deficient in this essential nutrient. This is because, in this modern life, we just don’t get enough sun anymore. Sunlight works with our bodies to produce vitamin D. Unless you get at least 20 minutes of unprotected sun exposure each day, (or take a supplement), you’re missing out.
- Magnesium
Magnesium is an essential mineral vital for good neurological function. Millions of people are deficient in magnesium resulting in myriad mental health disorders, weight problems, and chronic insomnia.
- Zinc
Men who have a deficiency in zinc often have lowered testosterone levels, anxiety, irritability, and erectile dysfunction. Zinc deficiency also contributes to digestive problems, high cholesterol, and immune system problems.
- Vitamin E
Adults with vitamin E deficiency often notice signs of premature aging including age spots, cataracts, leg cramps, hair loss, and neurological decline.
- Omega 3 Fatty Acids
Research has suggested that chronic omega 3 acid deficiency may be causing serious mental health disorders, learning disabilities, and general cognitive decline. Omega 3 fatty acids are essential fatty acids. Your body cannot make them on its own and your brain relies on them to function.
Treat Vitamin Deficiency Symptoms Naturally
- Get Tested for Vitamin Deficiencies
The first step in treating your vitamin deficiency symptoms is getting tested to see which ones you have. Many naturopathic and osteopathic physicians offer comprehensive blood tests to narrow down the nutrient deficiencies that may be causing your strange symptoms.
- Add a Whole-Food Multivitamin
There are plenty of vitamin supplements on the market but not all of them are created equal. When selecting a multivitamin, be sure the one you buy is made from whole food and not synthetics. Whole food nutrients are much better absorbed by your body and don’t contain unnecessary additives and preservatives that could further harm your health.
- Cut Junk Food From Your Diet
If you eat highly processed foods, this is likely the cause of your vitamin deficiencies. Food-like products just fill your gut. They do nothing to address your body’s nutritional needs. Even if you see vitamins listed on the back of the box, they’re synthetic and not easily absorbed.
- Start Vegetable Juicing
Juicing vegetables is a wonderful and healthy way to get the necessary nutrients your body has been craving. When you drink organic vegetable juice regularly, your digestive system doesn’t have to break anything down. The nutrients are absorbed easily into your system so you get their full nutritional benefit.
- Add a Digestive Enzyme
Even if you’re eating a whole-food diet filled with healthy nutrients, you may still not be properly absorbing them. Low stomach acid and low probiotic count often cause malabsorption of nutrients. Adding a digestive enzyme can help you better break down and absorb nutrients from food.
Once you get your vitamin deficiency symptoms under control, you’ll be amazed at how much healthier you can feel.
