Nutrient deficiencies and brain health: It's all connected

From anxiety to brain fog, here are a few mental conditions that can happen due to deficiency of nutrients.

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Published on Jan 29, 2024 03:46 PM IST 5 Photos
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Mental health and brain health can be affected by nutrient deficiency in the body. "Nutrient deficiencies can play a significant role in mental health, affecting conditions like anxiety, depression, brain fog, and ADHD. Addressing nutrient deficiencies is crucial for brain health because the brain relies on various nutrients to function optimally," wrote Naturopathic Doctor Corina Dunlap.(Unsplash)
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Anxiety: Deficiency of nutrients such as Magnesium, Omega-3 fatty acids and Vitamin D and Zinc can lead to symptoms of Anxiety. (Unsplash)
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Depression: Symptoms of Depression can show up when there is a deficiency of nutrients such as Vitamin D, Iron, B Vitamins and Magnesium. (Unsplash)

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Brain fog: Brain fog is characterised by the inability to focus, memory issues and lack of mental clarity. This is often linked to nutrient deficiencies. (Unsplash)
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ADHD: The mental condition referring to hyperactivity, attention deficit and impulsiveness can also happen due to nutrient deficiency in the body.(Unsplash)

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