5 Surprising Signs of Vitamin Deficiency

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Is your body trying to tell you something?

It doesn’t always take a blood test to know when something is off in your body. Get to know these physical signs of vitamin deficiency so you can stay in tune with your system.

5 Signs of Vitamin Deficiency

Dry Skin - Essential Fatty Acids Deficiency - The Wellnest by HUM Nutrition

Symptom: Dry, Flaky Skin

If you have skin that never feels like it gets enough moisturizer, it could be related to a deficiency in essential fatty acids. In this case, topical creams may not be enough. Incorporate omega-3 fatty acids to help decrease inflammation and hydrate skin from the inside out.

Foods to Eat: Walnuts, salmon, chia seeds, hemp seeds, flax seeds

Recommended Supplements: OMG! Omega The Great, Red Carpet, Arctic Repair

Cracks at Corners of Mouth - Vitamin Deficiency - The Wellnest by HUM Nutrition

Symptom: Cracks At The Corner Of Your Mouth

These cracks could mean you aren’t getting enough protein, iron, zinc, and B6 in your diet. In order for your body to keep skin cells healthy, adequate nutrient intake is crucial. Make sure you’re getting a variety of foods in your diet instead of eating the same thing everyday.

Foods to Eat: Salmon, eggs, chicken, lamb, tahini, Swiss chard, grass-fed beef

Recommended Supplements: Base Control, Beauty zzZz, Daily Cleanse

Hair Loss - Biotin Deficiency - The Wellnest by HUM Nutrition

Symptom: Hair Loss

Hair loss can be a sign of vitamin B7, or biotin, deficiency. A study found 38 percent of women suffering from hair loss were deficient in biotin. Biotin is involved in breaking down fats, carbohydrates, and proteins, and helps strengthen hair and nails.

Food to Eat: Egg yolks

Recommended Supplements:Β Hair Sweet Hair, Killer Nails

Muscle Cramps - Magnesium Deficiency - The Wellnest by HUM Nutrition

Muscle Cramps

Muscle cramps could be a sign of electrolyte imbalanceβ€”specifically magnesium, calcium, and potassium. A high percentage of Americans are deficient in magnesium, which is responsible for making energy, activating muscles, and building DNA and RNA.

Foods to Eat: Almonds, hazelnuts, squash, dark leafy greens, apples, bok choy

Recommended Supplements: Base Control

Tingling or Numbness - B-Vitamin Deficiency - The Wellnest by HUM Nutrition

Symptom: Tingling or Numbness in Hands and Feet

Tingling and numbness could indicate a B-vitamin deficiency. When stress levels are high, stores of B vitamins are quickly depleted. If your diet isn’t rich in foods containing B vitamins or you’re not supplementing, you may be at risk for lower levels or deficiencies.

Foods to Eat: Spinach, asparagus, beets, eggs, chicken, grass-fed beef

Recommended Supplements:Β Base Control, Hair Sweet Hair

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