Vitamin deficiency

Premature greying of hair: This is what your body is trying to tell you

There are many reasons why a person might start showing grey hair at an early age. One of the most important reason is an underlying disease. Read to know more...
Low haemoglobin count? Try these natural ways to improve your levels

Popping an iron pill can help you up your heamoglobin count, but you can also incorporate a few dietary changes to maintain your haemoglobin levels naturally.
How does vitamin deficiency affect your skin?

We all know that deficiency of vitamins or any nutrient for that matter, affects our health. But probably you weren't aware of the fact that your skin also shows signs and symptoms of vitamin deficiency.
Know about these health risks of vitamin K deficiency
5 Vitamin B3 rich foods to eat to keep yourself healthy

A latest study has found that vitamin B3 could potentially help prevent acute kidney injury, but there are multiple benefits of this vitamin which will keep you healthy. Read on
Signs and symptoms of Vitamin B12 deficiency and how it affects your health

Vitamin B12, also called cobalamin develops the red blood cells and helps in functioning of your nervous system. And here s how it s deficiency affects you.
Want to boost hair growth? You shouldn't miss these 4 nutrients

We suggest you buy these foods on your way back home today so that you can gorge on them if you want super gorgeous hair!
Study: 70% north Indian women low in vitamin D, at high diabetes risk

According to the researchers, an inverse relationship exists between vitamin D levels and blood sugar levels indicating lower the vitamin D levels.
88% of Delhi population has Vitamin D level which is less than normal

The bigger concern is that the population at large is not even aware of Vitamin D deficiency and its consequences.
Vitamin D deficiency during pregnancy increases autism risk in kids

Vitamin D deficiency during pregnancy and lactation produced offspring that displayed altered social behaviours in adulthood.
Pica during pregnancy: why women crave non food items during pregnancy and how it affects them

Can pica during pregnancy turn life-threatening?
Pica during pregnancy: safe alternative options for non-food cravings

Share this with someone who is pregnant and has non-food cravings.
Pregnant mothers deficient in vitamin D can increase their child's obesity risk

Children born to mothers with very low Vitamin D levels during their first trimester are likely to have bigger waists or be about half an inch plumper on average by age.
Does celiac disease increase the risk of vitamin B 12 deficiency?

Also, read about the medications that can lead to vitamin B 12 deficiency.
Can brittle nails indicate any health crisis?

Read this if you have brittle nails!
20% of Indians suffer from vitamin B12 deficiency: Metropolis Healthcare study

Vitamin B12 deficiency is more predominant in adults between the age group 20 and 50.
Puffy eyes, pale skin, +3 other visible signs of mineral and vitamin deficiency

Vitamin and mineral deficiency shows on your face. Here are some visible signs.
Vitamin D deficiency may increase the risk of chronic headache in elderly men

Vitamin D deficiency has also been associated with chronic tension-type headache.
Your teeth can tell if you have a vitamin D deficiency

Researchers have found that vitamin D deficiency caused majorly by lack of exposure to sun may reside in the teeth of every human being and remain viable for hundreds of years or more.
Majority of Indian doctors are vitamin D deficient: Dr. Sanjay Kalra

Recent studies reveal that about 69% of Indians are deficient in vitamin D, and another 15% are insufficient.