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Vitamin B deficiency

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Vitamin B deficiency


Vitamin B is water-soluble vitamins.It is very important to consume vitamin B in the diet for avoiding deficiencies.Vitamin B refers to several various types of vitamins.These vitamins together are known as the B-complex vitamins.Vitamin B benefits the cells and nerves of the body.It also helps with the production of DNA.The vitamin B complex consists of 8 vitamins, these are:

  • thiamine (B1),
  • riboflavin (B2),
  • niacin (B3),
  • pantothenic acid (B5),
  • pyridoxine (B6),
  • biotin (B7),
  • folate (B9, also known as folic acid),
  • cobalamin (B12)

Each of the vitamins plays an essential role in the body.Deficiency in any of these vitamins can lead to health problems.

Benefits And Signs Of Deficiency

Each vitamin comes with benefits of its own.

Benefits of Vitamin B6
  • Dopamine (neurotransmitters), which is a special chemical required for the functioning of your brain.
  • Vitamin B6 helps in building these neurotransmitters.
  • Helps your body make red blood cells.
  • Boosts immune system.
  • It May help lower the risk of lung cancer (although more evidence is needed on this)
  • oily rashes on your upper body or face might appear in case of deficiency.
Signs of B6 deficiency include:
  • Weak immune system
  • Getting cracks or sores in the skin around the corners of your mouth – or a swollen and sensitive tongue
  • Fatigue
  • A feeling of numbness or tingling in your hands and feet (this is known as “paresthesia”)
  • Depression, anxiety, and/or irritability
  • A red, itchy rash – often oily or flaky – that usually appears on the upper body or face. Small areas of your skin might also swell, resulting in white patches.
  • Convulsions (Medical condition where body muscles contract and relax rapidly and repeatedly)
Benefits of Vitamin B9 (Folate or Folic Acid)
  • Helps the body in making and repairing DNA
  • Aids in the making of red blood cells
  • Using B9 supplements during pregnancy lowers the risk of giving birth to a baby with neural tube defects like spina bifida
  • sores on your mouth or a swollen tongue is the sign of deficiency of this vitamin
Signs of Vitamin B9 Deficiency

Signs of B9 deficiency include:

  • Fatigue
  • Gray hair
  • A swollen
  • Shortness of breath
  • Pale skin
  • Irritability
  • mouth sores

    Benefits of Vitamin B12
  • Helps the body make nerve cells and blood cells
  • support health of hair, skin, and nails
  • also helps in making and repairing DNA
  • Vitamin B12 can affect your red blood cell count
  • can also lead to neurological symptoms in severe cases.
  • High dosage supplements or injections are prescribed in case of deficiency.
Signs of Vitamin B12 Deficiency
  • Signs of B12 deficiency include:
  • A feeling of numbness or tingling in your hands and feet (or “paresthesias”)
  • A smooth-appearing tongue
  • Weakness
  • Mouth sores
  • Mood changes
  • Blurry vision
  • Loss of breath
  • Dizziness
  • Pale skin

Causes

Vitamin B deficiency is caused by
  1. Excessive alcohol consumption
  2. Non-balanced diet
  3. Certain medication
  4. Gul malabsorption conditions

These conditions of deficiency can be prevented by a well-balanced diet and supplements.