Internal Medicine Specialist Dr. Serdal Baysal stated that vitamin and mineral deficiencies are generally not observed in people with a healthy diet, and said that in people with an unhealthy diet, various complaints may occur along with the deficiencies of substances required for metabolism. Stating that it is taken externally in the form of different preparations, Serdal Baysal stated that some different problems may arise in its deficiency. Explaining how various vitamins can cause problems, Internal Medicine Specialist Dr. Serdal Baysal said, "If vitamin A deficiency occurs in the body, dry skin, high blood pressure, hair and nail breakage, visual impairment, weakness and lack of resistance to infections may occur. In vitamin B1 deficiency, circulatory system, nervous system, digestive disorders and weakness may occur. In vitamin B6 deficiency, "In addition to nervous system and fatigue, kidney stone formation and anemia can be seen. In case of vitamin B12 deficiency, permanent nervous system disorders such as Alzheimer's may occur," he said.
Stating that magnesium deficiency is not a common health problem, Baysal said, "Sugar disease, chronic alcoholism, smoking, cancer, gastrointestinal system diseases, kidney diseases and the use of some medications cause magnesium deficiency. To meet the magnesium need, dark green vegetables, whole grain bread, hazelnuts, peanuts, almonds, sesame, bananas, minerals, etc. Foods such as juice, soybeans and nuts should be consumed.Iron mineral deficiency is one of the most common problems encountered in internal medicine clinics. Iron deficiency anemia is also known as anemia among the public. Iron deficiency anemia can be the first symptom of many important diseases, especially gastrointestinal system cancers. Red meat, legumes, chicken, fish, eggs, nuts, green leafy vegetables and fruits should be consumed. "Coffee, tea, milk and fibrous foods cause iron deficiency because they disrupt iron absorption," he said.
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