6 Warning Signs of a Nutrient Deficiency, According to Dietitians

6 Warning Signs of a Nutrient Deficiency, According to Dietitians

Cracked lips and brittle nails are just some of the clues your body isn’t getting the nutrients it needs.Reviewed by Dietitian Kelli McGrane, M.S., RDGetty Images. EatingWell design.Key PointsCracks in mouth corners, tingling hands or spoon-shaped nails may signal nutrient gaps.Fatigue and slow-healing wounds often stem from deficiencies in vitamins and minerals.Poor diet, absorption issues and restrictive eating increase the risk of nutrient sh…

Skin 'patches' could be an early sign of B12 deficiency - ‘you can see them on the nails too’

Vitamin B12 deficiency can manifest through skin hyperpigmentation, appearing as darkened patches on the skin and nails that may serve as early warning signs of the condition