Gastroenterologist and interventional endoscopist, Dr Saurabh Sethi shared '5 signs your body might be missing key nutrients' in a May instagram video.
Explaining how your body might lack key nutrients like iron, B12, vitamin D, and more, Dr Sethi said: “Even with a regular diet, nutrient gaps are more common than you think. He added 'no. 5 is supper common'.
1. Muscle cramps
Dr Sethi said in a video: “You could be low in magnesium, potassium or calcium, especially if you are sweating a lot or dehydrated.”
2. Grinding teeth
He added, “Grinding your teeth at night is often linked to stress or sleep issues, but check your magnesium and B vitamins.”
3. Hair fall
Dr Sethi said: “Hair falling out more than usual could be a sign of low iron, zinc, protein or Omega 3s, especially in women.”
4. Tingling or numbness
“Tingling or numbness in fingers and toes is often due to vitamin B12 deficiency, especially if you are vegan or over 50. Consider a vitamin B12 supplement if you are a vegan,” he said.
5. Brain fog
Dr Sethi said, “Brain fog that won't quit? You might need more DHA, which is an omega 3 fat, crucial for brain health. It is found in fatty fish or fish oil supplements.”
Source: Hindustan Times
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