Summary: <p>Today I want to cover the different signs of a deficiency in trace minerals. </p> <p><br></p> <p>Trace minerals are minerals needed in tiny or trace amounts. A few examples of important trace minerals are zinc, iodine, selenium, and iron. </p> <p><br></p> <p>Trace minerals are essential for enzymes, which are proteins that run the body. </p> <p><br></p> <p>Symptoms of zinc deficiency: </p> <p> • Hair loss </p> <p> • White spots on the nails </p> <p> • Low testosterone </p> <p> • Diarrhea </p> <p><br></p> <p>Symptoms of iron deficiency: </p> <p> • Anemia (weakness, fatigue, cold sensation)</p> <p> • Brittle nails </p> <p> • Hair loss </p> <p><br></p> <p>Symptoms of selenium deficiency: </p> <p> • Infertility </p> <p> • Fatigue </p> <p> • Hair loss </p> <p><br></p> <p>Symptoms of iodine deficiency: </p> <p> • Swelling in the lower part of the neck </p> <p><br></p> <p>You might not notice any symptoms right away, but a trace mineral deficiency could contribute to all kinds of chronic diseases later in life. It could even increase your risk of cancer. </p> <p><br></p> <p>The best sources of trace minerals:</p> <p>1. Seafood </p> <p>2. Organ meats</p> <p>3. Eggs </p> <p>4. Seaweed or sea kelp </p> <p>5. High-quality sea salt </p> <p> DATA: <a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30095136/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30095136/</a> </p>
