A vitamin deficiency symptoms

A vitamin deficiency, why is that? The media often talks about appearance. Then people look too skinny and then too fat again. But when is someone healthy? Even if a person looks "normal" to the eye, malnutrition may still be present. This has to do with a vitamin deficiency. But what about that?

Deaf and blind due to a vitamin deficiency

The following was published in British media last September: 'Nineteen-year-old boy deaf and blind from junk food'. This boy's height and weight was average, and his BMI was normal. There were also no other ailments and the body absorbed the calories as it should. This boy, Jake, had an eating disorder developed through a one-sided diet. He mainly ate junk food, such as chips, fries, white bread and sausages. As a result, Jake developed a deficiency of several vitamins and minerals, affecting his nervous system and eventually leading to deafness and blindness. The cause of these disorders is also called hidden called hunger .

Micronutrient deficiency

Hidden hunger, it's already in the title, also called hidden hunger. With hidden hunger you get enough calories, but too few micronutrients. Micronutrients include vitamins, minerals and trace elements. This poses many health risks. The danger of  hidden hunger is that it is not noticeable at first glance. With a shortage of calories or macronutrients, also known as proteins, carbohydrates and fats, the effect is easier to see. In both cases, a person suffers from malnutrition.

Vitamin deficiency symptoms

In addition to affecting the nervous system, as with Jake, there are other disorders caused by  hidden hunger. Examples of this are a decrease in resistance, having less energy to perform and a weakening of intellectual capacities. On an annual basis, people die 3.1 million children from malnutrition, 1.1 million of which are due to hidden hunger. In the first 1000 days of a child's life, vitamin intake is very important. The micronutrients have a major influence on the growth and development of the physical and cognitive condition in these early years. During pregnancy, a micronutrient deficiency can also have adverse effects on the unborn child, such as cognitive development problems and organ growth retardation.

Get the best out of yourself

Two billion people worldwide experience a vitamin deficiency. Scientists are working hard to solve this problem. You can also check whether you meet your needs. Check for yourself the recommended daily amounts of vitamins, minerals and trace elements. Adjust your diet or supplementation accordingly. To ultimately get the best out of yourself!