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Malnutrition? doc said that i was lacking nutrition and pointed out the lines i have in my nails. what should i eat to get my necessary nutrients?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Specifics?: Are there particular vitamins or minerals that are missing from your diet? If yes - consider working with a nutritionist to develop a diet that will address those deficiencies.

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Answered 1/4/2015

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