Symptoms and nutrient associations
Symptom guides
| Symptom | Path |
|---|---|
| Fatigue | /symptoms/fatigue/ |
| Hair thinning | /symptoms/hair-thinning/ |
| Brittle nails | /symptoms/brittle-nails/ |
| Muscle cramps | /symptoms/muscle-cramps/ |
| Brain fog | /symptoms/brain-fog/ |
| Frequent colds | /symptoms/frequent-colds/ |
| Pale skin | /symptoms/pale-skin/ |
| Slow wound healing | /symptoms/slow-wound-healing/ |
| Cold hands & feet | /symptoms/cold-hands-feet/ |
| Constipation | /symptoms/constipation/ |
| Dry skin | /symptoms/dry-skin/ |
| Mouth ulcers | /symptoms/mouth-ulcers/ |
| Restless legs | /symptoms/restless-legs/ |
| Night vision trouble | /symptoms/night-vision-trouble/ |
| Bleeding gums | /symptoms/bleeding-gums/ |
| Tingling / numbness | /symptoms/tingling-numbness/ |
| Muscle weakness | /symptoms/muscle-weakness/ |
| Bone / joint discomfort | /symptoms/bone-joint-discomfort/ |
| Headaches | /symptoms/headaches/ |
| Sleep trouble | /symptoms/sleep-trouble/ |
| Cracked lips | /symptoms/cracked-lips/ |
| Dizziness | /symptoms/dizziness/ |
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Bleeding Gums and Vitamin C Associations
Bleeding gums are often gum disease, not scurvy. Vitamin C deficiency education includes gum bleeding. See a dentist; track intake with CalBuddy.
Read →Bone or Joint Discomfort and Vitamin D / Calcium Associations
Aches have many causes. Vitamin D and calcium matter for bone health education, not instant pain diagnosis. See a clinician; track intake with CalBuddy.
Read →Brain Fog and Nutrient Associations - B12, Iron, Omega-3
Brain fog is nonspecific. B12, iron, and omega-3s are sometimes discussed in nutrition education. Not a diagnosis. Track food with CalBuddy.
Read →Brittle Nails and Micronutrients
Brittle nails can relate to many factors. Iron, zinc, and biotin appear in nutrition education. Not medical advice. Track food with CalBuddy.
Read →Cold Hands and Feet - Iron and B12 Associations
Cold extremities have many causes. Iron and B12 are sometimes discussed in nutrition education. Not a diagnosis. Track intake with CalBuddy.
Read →Constipation, Fiber, Fluid, and Magnesium Associations
Constipation has many causes. Fiber, fluids, and magnesium show up in wellness education. Not a diagnosis, see a clinician when needed. Track intake with CalBuddy.
Read →Cracked Lips and Riboflavin / Iron Associations
Chapped or cracked lip corners have many causes. Riboflavin (B2) and iron deficiency education sometimes mention angular issues. See a clinician when persistent. Track food with CalBuddy.
Read →Dizziness and Iron / B12 Associations
Dizziness has many causes. Iron and B12 deficiency education sometimes includes lightheadedness. Seek care when needed. Track food with CalBuddy.
Read →Dry Skin and Nutrient Associations (Omega-3, Zinc, Vitamins A & E)
Dry skin is usually climate, soap, or skin disease, not “a deficiency.” Education sometimes links essential fats and micronutrients. Track food with CalBuddy; see a clinician for rashes.
Read →Fatigue and Nutrient Gaps - What Education Associates
Persistent tiredness has many causes. Iron, B12, vitamin D, and magnesium are commonly discussed in connection with fatigue. Education only, not a diagnosis. Track intake with CalBuddy.
Read →Getting Sick Often - Vitamin C, D, and Zinc Associations
Frequent colds have many causes. Vitamin C, vitamin D, and zinc appear in immune-nutrition education. Not medical advice. Track intake with CalBuddy.
Read →Hair Thinning and Nutrition - Associated Nutrients
Hair thinning has many causes. Iron, zinc, protein, and biotin are often discussed in nutrition education. Not a diagnosis. Track intake with CalBuddy.
Read →Headaches and Magnesium / Riboflavin / Hydration Associations
Headaches have many causes. Magnesium and riboflavin appear in migraine nutrition education; hydration matters too. Seek care for red flags. Track food with CalBuddy.
Read →Mouth Ulcers and Folate, B12, Iron Associations
Canker sores have many triggers. Folate, B12, and iron deficiency education sometimes mentions mouth ulcers. Not a diagnosis, see a clinician when ulcers persist.
Read →Muscle Cramps and Minerals - Magnesium, Potassium, Calcium
Night cramps have many causes. Magnesium, potassium, and calcium are often discussed. Education only. Track intake with CalBuddy.
Read →Muscle Weakness and Vitamin D / Magnesium / Potassium Associations
Muscle weakness needs medical evaluation. Vitamin D and mineral education sometimes discuss strength and function. Not a diagnosis, track intake with CalBuddy.
Read →Night Vision Trouble and Vitamin A Associations
Trouble seeing in dim light has many causes. Vitamin A deficiency education classically includes night blindness, rare on varied diets. Seek eye care; track food with CalBuddy.
Read →Pale Skin and Iron / B12 Associations
Paleness can have many causes. Iron and B12 deficiency education often mentions pallor. Not a diagnosis. Track intake with CalBuddy.
Read →Restless Legs and Iron / Magnesium Associations
Restless legs syndrome has clinical criteria. Iron status is a known association in medical education; magnesium appears in wellness talk. See a clinician, track food with CalBuddy.
Read →Sleep Trouble and Magnesium / Vitamin B6 Associations
Insomnia has many causes. Magnesium and B6 appear in wellness sleep conversations, evidence varies. See a clinician for chronic insomnia. Track habits with CalBuddy.
Read →Slow Wound Healing and Nutrition - Vitamin C, Zinc, Protein
Slow healing has many causes. Vitamin C, zinc, and protein are commonly discussed. Not medical advice. Track food with CalBuddy.
Read →Tingling or Numbness and B12 / B6 Associations
Pins-and-needles have many causes. Vitamin B12 (and B6 excess or deficiency) appear in nerve-symptom education. Seek care for progressive symptoms. Track food with CalBuddy.
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