Adams, MA
A 18-year-old female asked:
Does lack of vitamin b12 or vitamin d cause anxiety and racing heart?
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in

Dr. Mark Rasakanswered
Cardiology 35 years experience
Unlikely: While low vitamin levels and poor nutrition can cause a whole host of issues its unlikely a direct cause and effect. The anxiety may cause the racing heart and the racing heart can create more anxiety . The cycle can feed on itself. The origin of the anxiety should be sought and treated.
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