The winter diet, often low in fresh vegetables and fruits, and lack of sun are the two main reasons for vitamin deficiency, which often goes unnoticed until its symptoms are strongly manifested. Vitamin deficiency is reflected throughout the body: fatigue, bad mood, lack of immunity, joint pain, anemia, insomnia and lack of sexual desire are just some of the symptoms.
Signs of vitamin deficiency that show up on the face
How do you know that you are missing vitamins? Signs of vitamin and mineral deficiencies can manifest on your face. Know the five signs of vitamin and mineral deficiency that you will see while looking in the mirror.
1. Dry and pale skin
If your skin is strangely pale and dry, and at the same time you feel tired and have a bad mood for a long time, it may indicate a lack of vitamins B (especially B12), A and C. Clinical studies would be necessary to effectively determine the deficiency of these vitamins
To compensate for the deficiencies, you can add products rich in these compounds to the diet: eggs, Brussels sprouts, sunflower seeds, nuts (a very good source of vitamin B), green and orange vegetables and fruits (which include vitamin A), broccoli, kiwi, red pepper (vitamin C).
2. Cracked corners of the mouth
The cause of the problem with cracked corners is often related to deficiencies of iron, zinc and B vitamins. You can complement them by eating more eggs, tuna, dried tomatoes, peanuts, legumes. It is also worth including a diet with products rich in vitamin C such as red peppers, ascorbic acid favors the absorption of iron.
3. Acne breakouts
Pimples and blemishes on the skin can indicate insufficient amounts of vitamins A and D, as well as fatty acids. To compensate for these deficiencies, the consumption of salmon, walnuts, almonds, carrots, and paprika, among others, is recommended. Multivitamin supplements are also recommended, these must be prescribed by a specialist.
4. Hair loss
This symptom is most likely associated with a deficiency of vitamin B7 (biotin). It can be accompanied by conjunctivitis, decreased mood, apathy, and drowsiness. Biotin deficiency can result from a wrong diet (but also, for example, from long-term use of antibiotics).
Good sources of vitamin B7 are egg yolks, avocados, cauliflower, bananas, and hazelnuts.
5. Dark circles and puffy eyes
These problems can suggest a vitamin K deficiency and iron deficiency (although the causes can be many others, for example, allergies, diabetes, poorly selected cosmetics, etc.). If the problem is caused by diet errors, try increasing your intake of broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, chicken, figs, parsley, and lentils.
Hypoglycemia is when your blood sugar (blood glucose) level is too low. Glucose is the body's main source of fuel. Carbohydrates are the main source of glucose in our diet. They include rice, potatoes, bread, cereal, fruit, and sweets. The ideal range of fasting morning blood sugar is 70 to 99 mg/dL (milligrams per deciliter). Blood sugar levels lower than 70 mg/dL are too low.