23 Signs Your Body Needs More Nutrients: How to Address the Deficiencies

The video discusses the various signs of nutrient deficiencies in the body and the three main reasons for these deficiencies: damaged guts leading to poor absorption, lack of gallbladder or bile affecting fat-soluble vitamins, and consumption of nutrient-poor foods due to depleted soils. It emphasizes the importance of nutrient-dense foods and the negative impact of refined foods and sugars. The first sign highlighted is white spots on nails, linked to zinc deficiency often caused by high sugar intake. Suggestions include reducing sugar consumption or supplementing with zinc.

This paragraph delves into specific symptoms of nutrient deficiencies and their remedies. Oily skin is associated with an imbalance of androgens and can be improved with zinc supplementation. Cracking on the mouth or heels is linked to vitamin B2 and B3 deficiencies, with solutions including vitamin D or B2 in the form of nutritional yeast. Flaky skin around the nose or forehead is indicative of omega-3 fatty acid deficiency, which can be corrected by reducing omega-6 intake and consuming more fish or cod liver oil. Yellow eyes suggest liver or gallbladder issues, potentially due to bile salt deficiency, with bile salts being the recommended remedy. Chronic cough is often a sign of calcium deficiency, which can be alleviated with calcium lactate before bed.

The paragraph focuses on various vitamin deficiencies and their corresponding symptoms and treatments. Bleeding gums are a sign of vitamin C deficiency, which can be addressed by consuming more leafy greens and reducing sugar intake. Night vision issues or night blindness are linked to vitamin A deficiency and can be improved by consuming animal products rich in retinol, like egg yolks, dairy, or fatty fish. Chapped lips, similar to other skin cracks, are caused by vitamin B2 deficiency and can be treated with nutritional yeast. Pitting edema on the feet or ankles indicates a potassium deficiency, which can be remedied by consuming leafy greens and reducing salt intake. Lastly, ice cravings are a sign of iron deficiency, which can be addressed through red meat, liver, or iron supplements.

The video script discusses angina as a symptom of vitamin E deficiency, which can be caused by the consumption of refined grains that have lost their vitamin E content. Vitamin E is crucial for arterial health, and its deficiency can lead to arterial damage and clot formation. The recommended form of vitamin E to take is tocotrienols, which are stronger than tocopherols. Leg or calf cramps are identified as a magnesium deficiency, with green plants being a good source of magnesium. Irritability and nervous tension are linked to a B1 deficiency, which can be alleviated with nutritional yeast. Asthma is mentioned as an inflammation of the lungs that can be improved with vitamin D, especially important for those with asthma who are often deficient in it.

This section covers more complex symptoms of nutrient deficiencies. Loss of outer eyebrows can be a sign of thyroid problems or iodine deficiency, with iodine supplementation being the solution. Tightness in the right trap area may indicate gallbladder issues and a lack of bile salts, which can be relieved with purified bile salts. Nightmares can be reduced with B1 or nutritional yeast, which affect the amygdala's regulation of fear. Cravings for salty chips at night can indicate a sodium deficiency, which can be addressed by increasing sea salt intake. Stiff low back pain is often related to vitamin D deficiency and can be helped by taking high doses of vitamin D. Craving dirt is unusual but can occur in anemic individuals, particularly children or menstruating women, and can be resolved with iron-rich foods like red meat. Lastly, erectile dysfunction due to low testosterone can be improved with zinc, and depression, often linked to vitamin D deficiency, can be alleviated by boosting serotonin levels with vitamin D and fasting.