Luckily, our bodies will communicate to us whenever something is wrong. There are certain signs and symptoms associated with lacking one specific vitamin.
If you experience any of the red flags below, you should listen to what your body is telling you. And see if you need to incorporate more healthy foods in your diet.
1. Brittle hair and nails
One of the most common symptoms of vitamin deficiency is hair problems. You may blame it on the shampoo or other products you’re using, when in fact the real issue is internal.
There are multiple vitamins that can cause trouble with your hair and nails, but the main one is biotin deficiency. According to research, this is linked to consuming too much raw egg whites.
2. Cracks on the side of the mouth
This could indicate you are low on iron or vitamin B. Moreover, chapped lips that are not from cold or dry weather, tell us we need to eat more B12. Vegans are usually more susceptible to this kind of vitamin deficiency.
3. Dandruff
The cause may be more than just dry skin. Dandruff is often a sign that you are lacking in essential fatty acids. See in what ways you can adjust your diet to include more fish and seeds (like flaxseed).
4. Bleeding gums
This often happens when we brush our teeth too aggressively. However, if that’s not the case and you don’t suffer from gingivitis either, then diet could be the reason. Vitamin C is responsible for this kind of issue so make sure you incorporate it into your everyday meals.
5. Hair loss
