Question 1

what causes horizontal ridges in fingernails? mineral deficiency?

Accepted Answer

Protein deficiency: Malnutrition with low protein intake or chronic illnesses that cause consumption of body reserves lead to poor nail quality with horizontal ridges marking when it occurred chronologically.

Question 2

what causes ridges in fingernails and how can i treat them? not all of my nails have ridges.  is this a result of a vitamin or mineral deficiency?

Accepted Answer

Nail ridges: There are many types of nail findings. Ridges can be a chronic illness, anemia, kidney disease, skin diseases, or arthritis problems the treatment is to cure the illness and the nails will get better.

Question 3

will vitamin/mineral deficiency cause eczema-like symptoms? (if yes, what vitamin(s) or mineral(s)?)

Accepted Answer

Yes: Low zinc levels, low magnesium levels as well a deficiencies in vitamins c, b2, and b6.  Along with low essential fatty acids can be associated to eczema. Do not forget the strong hereditary and allergic component.

Question 4

is there a vitamin or mineral deficiency that can cause problems with one's focus?

Accepted Answer

Yes ...: When using nutrients, one has to be careful of not overloading the body.  Elevated copper can increase hyperactivity, oxidative stress and stress zinc requirements.   The wrong kind of folate (folic acid) for those with mthfr mutations can also affect mental wellness.  If there is a specific condition you are treating it is best to do so under guidance.  Also, add one supplement at a time to assess effects.

Question 5

can a vitamin or mineral deficiency cause or contribute to sciatica and if so, which ones?

Accepted Answer

No: Although vitamin deficiencies can cause peripheral nerve disorders, especially B-1 and B-12, the pain and pattern of sciatica is due invariably to nerve compression at root level in lumbosacral cistern or in passage through pyriformis muscle group.

Question 6

can a vitamin/mineral deficiency cause tingling in your fingers?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Deficiencies in vitamin B12 can cause tingling. Thiamine deficiency (vitamin b1) may also cause tingling along with generalized weakness and fatigue.

Question 7

hi.which vit/mineral deficiency is most likely to cause bones to pop?i recently changed to veganism but have a very good diet.vit d and iron i get.thx

Accepted Answer

Seek another cause: The vast majority of diseases, symptoms and non-disease findings (such as popping joints) have nothing to do with nutritional status, though a person might not guess this from reading supplement ads on the internet. Many people notice a few joints become a bit looser and more prone to pop as we get older and our tissues lose some of their elasticity.

Question 8

i am suffering from malabsorption  and at the same time has excess production of sebum in scalp.so which vitamin/mineral deficiency could cause this?

Accepted Answer

Multiple: Could have many because of the malabsorption. Consider digestive enzymes, probiotics and consult with your doc..

Question 9

for md: last few months nails show pits, dents. parts of nail thin out, tiny cracks where polish gets stuck when i try to remove the nail polish. i also saw pit form when i put nail polish. causes? vit./mineral deficiency? eczema? any natural remedy?

Accepted Answer

Many: But you will need to see your doctor to check out the potential causes as well as disease conditions such as psoriasis which may be associated with damage to your nails. I presume that you had not been glueing artificial nails to your current nails.

Question 10

what are common vitamin and mineral deficiency diseases?

Accepted Answer

Depends: In an average person taking a mixed diet no vitamin deficiencies are expected. The common vitamin deficiency in the US is vitamin D insufficiency. Alcoholics usually have vitamin B deficiency, especially thiamine. Many food stuffs in the US have vitamin added, e.g. with folic acid. Vegans are at of risk of B12 and vitamin D deficiency. A person not taking any fruits or vegs could lack vitamin C

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What causes horizontal ridges in fingernails mineral deficiency

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What causes horizontal ridges in fingernails? mineral deficiency?

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What causes ridges in fingernails and how can i treat them? not all of my nails have ridges. is this a result of a vitamin or mineral deficiency?

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Will vitamin/mineral deficiency cause eczema-like symptoms? (if yes, what vitamin(s) or mineral(s)?)

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Is there a vitamin or mineral deficiency that can cause problems with one's focus?

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Can a vitamin or mineral deficiency cause or contribute to sciatica and if so, which ones?

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Can a vitamin/mineral deficiency cause tingling in your fingers?

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Hi.which vit/mineral deficiency is most likely to cause bones to pop?i recently changed to veganism but have a very good diet.vit d and iron i get.thx

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I am suffering from malabsorption and at the same time has excess production of sebum in scalp.so which vitamin/mineral deficiency could cause this?

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For md: last few months nails show pits, dents. parts of nail thin out, tiny cracks where polish gets stuck when i try to remove the nail polish. i also saw pit form when i put nail polish. causes? vit./mineral deficiency? eczema? any natural remedy?

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What are common vitamin and mineral deficiency diseases?

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