Spotting Nutritional Deficiencies
Filed Under Dr. Zoltan Rona (MD) |
Many common health problems can be reversed or improved if one takes nutrient deficiencies into account. While it is true that medical intervention is required for most of the conditions listed below, the use of nutrient supplementation to correct associated deficiencies is cost effective complementary medicine.
CONDITION: POSSIBLE DEFICIENCIES
aneurysms: copper
atherosclerosis: folic acid, vitamin B6, vitamin C, lysine, taurine
bleeding gums: vitamin C, calcium, folic acid, coenzyme Q10
blood sugar control problems: chromium, manganese, zinc, vanadium, B complex (diabetes or hypoglycemia) vitamins
confusion and depression: B complex vitamins, tryptophan, tyrosine, GABA
cracks and sores at mouth corners: vitamin B2
fibromyalgia: vitamins D, B6, B12, folic acid magnesium
goiter (thyroid mass): iodine
hair loss and dermatitis (eczema): biotin, iron, essential fatty acids, zinc, vitamin A
mouth sores: vitamins B2, B3 and B6
muscle cramps: calcium, magnesium, potassium, vitamin E
nausea: vitamin B6
night blindness: vitamin A, zinc
pallor (anemia): iron, copper, vitamin B12, folic acid
premenstrual syndrome: vitamin B6, magnesium, essential fatty acids, tryptophan
stunted growth, washboard nails: zinc
white spots on nails: zinc
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