If minerals are deficient, various abnormal symptoms can appear in the body. Minerals are one of the five major nutrients, along with proteins, fats, carbohydrates, and vitamins, and include inorganic salts such as sodium, phosphorus, iron, magnesium, copper, and zinc. Even in very small amounts, they have a significant impact on the human body. Let's check which minerals are deficient based on the symptoms that appear in the body.

 

◇Feeling down without any particular reason: Iron deficiency

 

Iron is a main component of hemoglobin, which supplies oxygen throughout the body via blood flow and plays a role in generating and delivering energy. When iron levels are deficient, it can cause anemia, which manifests as symptoms such as fatigue and numbness. Additionally, iron deficiency during adolescence results in slower growth and decreased concentration compared to adolescents without such deficiency.

Because iron works together with other nutrients, iron deficiency worsens fatty acid deficiency and disrupts the production of neurotransmitters and enzymes responsible for communication between nerve cells. As iron deficiency becomes severe, the secretion of neurotransmitters such as norepinephrine, serotonin, and dopamine decreases, which can lead to depression or mood disorders.

Foods rich in iron include shellfish, beans, seaweed, green leafy vegetables such as perilla leaves and spinach, abalone, and egg yolks. Vitamin C enhances the absorption of iron in the body, so consuming fruits high in vitamin C together can be helpful.

 

◇When eyelids twitch and nerves are sensitive: Magnesium deficiency

 

Magnesium is used in cellular energy production and activates enzymes in the body. It is an essential mineral for maintaining normal muscle and nerve function, and for keeping the heartbeat and bones healthy and strong.

If magnesium deficiency occurs, you may become excessively irritable or experience eyelid spasms, and you may have difficulty achieving restful sleep. This is because the nervous system remains in a state of constant excitation. If you frequently drink alcohol excessively or consume a lot of carbonated beverages, the phosphoric acid in alcohol or carbonated drinks can interfere with magnesium absorption, so these habits should be changed.

You can supplement magnesium by regularly consuming nuts, tofu, unrefined grains such as whole wheat or brown rice, salmon, and milk. However, people with impaired kidney function may have difficulty excreting magnesium, so they should avoid excessive intake of magnesium.

 

◇Headache and memory decline: Zinc deficiency

 

Zinc helps facilitate the proper functioning of the hippocampal gyrus, a brain region involved in memory-related tasks. Additionally, like calcium, it ensures that fatty acids are properly incorporated into cell membranes and is necessary for the release of neurotransmitters. A deficiency in zinc can lead to symptoms such as depression, headaches, and memory decline, which is why.

 

Zinc deficiency is particularly likely to occur during periods of rapid hormonal changes such as puberty, childbirth, and menopause. During these times of hormonal fluctuation, a deficiency in zinc can lead to severe mood disorders. To prevent zinc deficiency during this period, it is advisable to consume zinc-rich foods such as oysters, soybeans, meat, and crabs.

 

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It seems that zinc is the cause of the headache.

Zinc is also included in multivitamins.

Is it caused by a lack of daily nutrients?