Posts tagged Spina Bifida
The Five Most Common Micronutrient Deficiencies and How to Avoid Them

Micronutrients are the smaller building blocks, such as minerals and vitamins, we need to sustain life and have optimal function. Micronutrient deficiencies (MNDs) are quite common worldwide. Iron, iodine, folate, vitamin A, and zinc deficiencies are the most common MNDs. They are responsible for perinatal complications, poor growth in children, and increased mortality and morbidity. 1 They can be just as devastating to adults. This post will describe the deficiencies, their symptoms, and how to correct them.

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Diet, Functional Medicine, General HealthScott Solomons, DDSMicronutrient, MND, Nutrient Deficiency, Iron, Iodine, Vitamin A, Retinol, Zinc, Iron Deficiency, Weakness, Pale Skin, Chest Pain, Headache, Cold Hands, Brittle Nails, Iodine Deficiency, Thyroid Hormone, Folate, Folic Acid, Spina Bifida, Anencephaly, Fatigue, Gray Hair, Mouth Sores, Neuropathy, Acne, Eczema, Blindness, Diarrhea, Loss of Appetite, Unexplained Weight Loss, Plant-based, Animal-basedComment