Different
vitamin and mineral deficiencies can lead to all sorts of different health
problems. Here are five common symptoms and the vitamin or mineral deficiency
that’s likely to blame.
1)
Headaches and/or Muscle Cramps : Magnesium Deficiency
Magnesium is one of the most common mineral deficiencies in
our culture. Roughly 75% of the North American population is deficient in
magnesium. Magnesium is a powerful nutrient for nervous system function. It
helps relax nerves and tense muscles, alleviate muscle cramping and headaches,
and can help you fall asleep. An easy way to get some magnesium is to add some
green leafy veggies like kale or collard greens to your next smoothie or a
scoop of Vega One Nutritional Shake which boasts 30% of your daily requirements.
You can also add Epsom salts to your next bath. Epsom salts are high in
magnesium and easily absorbed through your skin while you relax in the
tub!
2)
Acne: Zinc
Acne is often a sign of zinc deficiency. Zinc controls the
production of oil in the skin and adds color and brightness to the complexion.
In addition to soothing inflamed skin, regenerating skin cells, and speeding up
the healing process, zinc inhibits acne causing 5-alpha-reductase activity (the
enzyme that converts testosterone into its more active, pimple-promoting form).
Consuming just 30 milligrams per day helps fight acne, and a quarter cup of raw
pumpkin seeds provides just over half that recommended amount.
3)
Dry/Broken/Brittle hair, brittle nails: Biotin deficiency
Biotin (vitamin B7) is the heart and soul of healthy hair.
Since it’s an abundant mineral found in a variety of sources, biotin
deficiencies are rare, but signs include hair loss, hair breakage, brittle
hair, and even brittle nails. If you’re looking to strengthen your tresses,
ignite hair growth, or just feel confident that bad hair won’t plague you,
stock up on foods rich in biotin for that added assurance.
4)
Thinning hair: iron deficiency
Iron is the pack mule of your body, helping to carry
oxygen—not to mention other nutrients—to your hair follicles. Low iron levels
or anemia can actually lead to hair loss.
5)
White little bumps on back of arm: Essential Fatty Acids
Those little bumps commonly found on the back of the arm are
often a result of an essential fatty acid imbalance. In particular, low levels
of Omega 3 fatty acids. Omega 3’s are anti-inflammatory, which reduce the
inflammation of the bumps and help to dissolve build-up and prevent hardening
within the hair follicle.
Author Bio: Peggy Kotsopoulos Via : viralalternativenews