π fibre supplements
π§Έ support digestion and normal bowel movements.
πΈ can help people who struggle to get enough fibre from their usual diet.
π«§constipation and consistently low fibre intake.
π folate (vitamin b9)
π§Έ needed for cell division and red blood cell production.
πΈ important if someone eats very little fruit & vegetables.
π«§fatigue, weakness and certain types of anaemia.
π vitamin c
π§Έ supports collagen formation, immune function and iron absorption.
πΈ helps cover nutritional needs if fruit and vegetable intake is low.
π«§ bleeding gums, easy bruising and poor wound healing in more significant deficiency.
π zinc
π§Έ supports immunity, wound healing and normal cell function.
πΈ important if dietary variety and intake of zinc rich foods decrease.
π«§ possible signs of low levels include poor wound healing, changes in taste, hair loss and frequent infections.
π calcium
π§Έ essential for bones, teeth, muscles and nerve signalling.
πΈ important if someone cuts out dairy or other calcium rich foods.
π«§ low intake usually has no obvious early symptoms
π magnesium
π§Έ involved in muscle function, nerve signalling and energy metabolism.
πΈ helps maintain adequate magnesium intake, particularly if food variety decreases. vvv important if u exercise (a lot) !! -> muscle recovery
π«§ muscle cramps, weakness and fatigue
π omega-3
π§Έ supports normal brain, eye and heart function.
πΈ can help cover dietary gaps if someone rarely eats oily fish.
π«§ there isnβt really a reliable symptom that identifies low omega-3 specifically. dietary habits are more useful to assess.
π vitamin b12
π§Έ supports the nervous system and red blood cell production.
πΈ particularly relevant when meat, fish, eggs and dairy are reduced/eliminated
π«§ fatigue, tingling sensations, weakness and concentration difficulties.
π iron
π§Έ helps red blood cells transport oxygen throughout the body.
πΈ important if someone is eating less iron rich food than before.
π«§ fatigue, dizziness, headaches, weakness and reduced exercise tolerance. blood tests can check iron and ferritin levels.
π vitamin d
π§Έ supports bones, muscles and immune function.
πΈ helps maintain normal muscle and bone function while dietary intake and routines change.
π«§ muscle weakness, bone discomfort and sometimes fatigue. a blood test can check it.