These Signs Often Mean These Nutrient Deficiencies (Do You Have Any?)

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These are not a necessary “if this then this” equation, but rather a “if this, then probably this”, and it’s a cue to try upping that thing in your diet, and if that doesn’t quickly fix it, get some tests done:

  • White bumps on the skin: vitamin A, omega 3
  • Craving sour foods: vitamin C
  • Restless leg syndrome: iron, magnesium
  • Cracked lips: vitamin B2
  • Tingling hands and feet: vitamin B12
  • Easy bruising: vitamin K and vitamin C
  • Canker sores: vitamin B9 (folate), vitamin B12, iron
  • Brittle or misshapen nails: vitamin B7 (biotin)
  • Craving salty foods: sodium, potassium
  • Prematurely gray hair: copper, vitamin B9 (folate), vitamin B12
  • Dandruff: omega 3, zinc, vitamin B6
  • Craving ice: iron

Dr. LeGrand Peterson has more to say about these though, as well as a visual guide to symptoms, so do check out the video:

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