Magnesium
Unlike the other vitamins and minerals that we have already discussed, magnesium is not as widely known. In fact, experts state that even the nutritional value of magnesium is “underappreciated.”
However, it is an important nutrient for many metabolic processes, including nerve and muscle function.
One of the reasons magnesium deficiency is among the common nutritional problems is because the soil where crops grow is no longer as magnesium-rich as before.
Additionally, magnesium is a “bulky” nutrient – hence, manufacturers of supplements tend to include them only in small amounts. Symptoms of magnesium deficiency include worsened PMS symptoms, restless leg syndrome, headaches and migraines, and development of cavities.
Zinc
Zinc is highly important to promote a strong immune system. People who have enough zinc in their body have better chances of resisting infections, such as malaria, and those that cause pneumonia and diarrhea.
People who have a zinc deficiency may suffer from impaired immunity, loss of appetite, and for children, growth retardation.
Folate
Folate or Vitamin B9 is essential in pregnancy to boost the baby’s brain health and prevent neural tube defects. Aside from helping boost health during pregnancy, folate can help prevent certain heart diseases and anemia.
The symptoms of folate deficiency are somehow similar to the signs of iron-deficiency anemia. They include shortness of breath, fatigue, and hair loss. People who have inadequate fruits and vegetables in their diet are at risk for folate deficiency.
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