5 Most Common Nutritional Deficiencies

5 Most Common Nutritional Deficiencies
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Nutritional deficiencies may be the last thing on your mind. After all, if you try to eat a healthy diet, take supplements, choose organic foods whenever possible, and perhaps even grow some of your own, you may appear to be healthier than most people. But insidious nutrient thieves and circumstances, such as your age, health conditions, chronic stress, medication use, where your food is grown, and even how it’s processed and stored, can rob you of the ability to absorb some nutrients or even get them in the first place. You don’t have to let that happen!

Before you can prevent deficiencies of vitamins, minerals, and other essential nutrients, it helps to recognize them. So here’s a list of the 5 most common nutritional deficiencies and how to beat them.

1. Vitamin D

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Deborah Mitchell
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Deborah Mitchell is a freelance health writer who is passionate about animals and the environment. She has authored, co-authored, and written more than 50 books and thousands of articles on a wide range of topics. This article was originally published on NaturallySavvy.com