Breaking down ways to spot vitamin deficiency & how food supplements could potentially help you prevent future vitamin deficiency.
Gothenburg, Vastra Gotaland County, Sweden - September 12, 2022 —
Who needs vitamins and supplements?
Today, a large portion of the population does not eat healthily and food-choices are now driven by different needs and circumstances. This group of people along with people with diabetes, diabetic neuropathy, general weakness, and/or weak immunity may benefit from consuming extra vitamins to make up for any potential deficiency.
Geriatrics also have a higher need for nutritional supplements due to decreased bowel function and reduced nutrient absorption, which typically occurs with age. People with certain diseases or health conditions such as skin problems, canker sores, chronic fatigue, diabetes or bad hair health also have an increased need for dietary supplements. The absorption of certain vitamins and minerals such as iron, calcium and vitamin B12 could potentially be impaired due to several factors for which supplementation may be recommended.
What are some visible symptoms of a vitamin deficiency?
Here are some of the visible symptoms of vitamin deficiency when you have no other ailments. However, it is always good to consult a doctor to be sure.
- Grooves on the nails
- Brittle nails
- Hair thinning
- Hair loss of more than 20 strands
- Evening sleepiness
- Mouth ulcers
- Cracks at the corners of the mouth
- Bleeding gums
- Scaly plaques and scales
- Red or white pimples on the skin
- Restless leg syndrome
- Muscular weakness
- Reduced digestive function
- Irregular migraines
- Poor night vision and white growths on the eyes
How are vitamins and supplements regulated?
Dietary supplements are regulated by the FDA as foods, not drugs. However, many dietary supplements contain ingredients that have powerful biological effects that may conflict with a medication you are taking or a medical condition you may have. Products containing hidden drugs are also sometimes mismarketed as dietary supplements, putting consumers at even greater risk. For these reasons, it is important to consult a doctor before using any dietary supplement.
- Source: https://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/dietary-supplements
What are the safety considerations when choosing dietary supplements?
Always read the nutrition label carefully before choosing a supplement. Make sure the supplement doesn't exceed your RDA. The best way to assess this is to contact a nutritionist so that he or she can make an overall assessment of your daily RDA and recommend supplement dosage accordingly.
How can I judge the quality of a supplement?
Try to find out where it was made. Also check the profile of the marketing company and you can ask them to share the certificate of analysis of the supplement you want to consume.
Does the brand of the supplement matter?
The short answer is no. Some brands (eg. + ONE Supplements) produce product lines that are branded to cater to different needs & aspects of why one may want to use food supplements.
What is a food supplement?
The idea behind food supplements, also known as dietary or nutritional supplements, is to provide nutrients that may not be consumed in adequate quantities. Food supplements can be vitamins, minerals, amino acids, fatty acids and other substances that come in the form of pills, tablets, capsules, liquids, etc.
What are the differences between drugs and food supplements?
Supplements are readily available in the market and can be purchased without a prescription. Supplements are not considered drugs. They do not cure any disease or disease. They are taken only to supplement or increase the need for nutrients such as vitamins and minerals.
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