ATTENTION--HEALTH is WEALTH!!! SOUND MIND in a SOUND BODY--7 out of every 10 Indians are vitamin deficient

7 out of every 10 Indians are vitamin deficient


We all know how important vitamins are for our existence. However, a recent study raises alarming concerns over the vitamin levels of Indians.

According to a study conducted by Metropolis Healthcare on Vitamin D, Vitamin B12 and Vitamin B9 (Folic Acid) to observe the deficiency and sufficiency of vitamins within the inhabitants across India, 75% of population has shown alarming levels of deficiency.

Commenting on the study Dr. Sonali Kolte, General Manager, Medico Marketing said, "Indians have a lethargic attitude towards Vitamins. Vitamin deficiencies usually develop slowly over several months to years. Symptoms of Vitamin D deficiency are usually vague muscle/joint pain, weakness, bone pain, tiredness, fatigue or even depression. Nowadays it is observed that people who are deficient in Vitamin D are more likely to have diabetes, regardless of how much they weigh. Early diagnosis and treatment can help control the symptoms and prevent health related problems."

In an analysis of over 14, 96,683 patients who underwent Vitamin tests, it was found that
- 81.28% of all samples tested were deficient in Vitamin D.
- 21.02% of all samples tested were deficient in Vitamin B12.
- 15.06% of all samples tested were deficient in Vitamin -B9.

VITAMIN D
Vitamin D deficiency has reached epidemic proportions in India despite ample sunshine. Vitamin D is unique because it is a vitamin synthesized by the body and it functions as a hormone.

Why it is important?
Vitamin D is important for overall good health and strong and healthy bones. It's also an important factor in making sure  muscles, heart, lungs and brain work well and that  body can fight infection. They are vital for everyone and ensure that  body works well and is able to fight illness and heal well. Vitamin D manages calcium in  blood, bones and gut and helps cells all over  body to communicate properly.

Sources of vitamin D
Our bodies can make its own vitamin D from sunlight. We can also get vitamin D from supplements and a very small amount comes from a few foods we eat.Foods that provide vitamin D include:Fatty fish, like tuna, mackerel, and salmon.Foods fortified with vitamin D, like some dairy products, orange juice, soy milk, and cereals.Beef liver.Cheese.Egg yolks.

Deficiency symptoms
It weakens bones, and causes rickets, tooth decay, kidney stones, muscle weakness and poor absorption of calcium.Most common reason to have deficient levels of vitamin D is due to limited sunshine exposure.

VITAMIN B12
Vitamin B12 regulates the functions of the brain and nervous system. It also plays an important role in the formation of blood.

Deficiency symptoms
The common symptoms are weakness, apathy, memory loss, acidity, loss of weight, nausea and vomiting, anemia, mental confusion, delusions, paranoia, respiratory symptoms, hives and other symptoms of allergy. A long-term deficiency can lead to heart attacks or stroke.

Sources of vitamin B12
The important sources of Vitamin B12 are mostly animal products like meat, fish, poultry, eggs and also dairy items. Low Fat Dairy (Skim Milk), yogurt and cheese, along with eggs are the only vegetarian food items that naturally contain significant levels of vitamin B12. Plant foods may be fortified with B12. These include rice and soy beverages, plant- derived meat analogs, ready-to-eat breakfast cereals, and nutritional yeast.

Why it is important?
Vitamin B12 is also used to treat memory loss; Alzheimer's disease; boosting mood, energy, concentration and the immune system; and slowing aging. Vitamin B12 also helps our bodies absorb folic acid, which facilitates the release of energy. The risk of B12 deficiency increases along with your age. Elderly people with low-vitamin B12 are more likely to suffer from brain shrinkage and cognitive decline.
The primary functions of vitamin B12 are for:

The formation of red blood cells
Cell division
Nerve structure and function
The maintenance of normal blood homocysteine levels, together with folate and vitamin B6 (raised levels are a risk factor in cardiovascular disease).

VITAMIN B9
Vitamin B9 is more commonly known as folate or folic acid, is a water-soluble vitamin that is part of the B vitamin family.

SOURCES of VITAMIN B9--Asparagus,Broccoli,Citrus Fruits,Beans, Peas and Lentils,  Avocado,Okra,Brussels Sprout,Seeds and Nuts.

Beans (Black Eyed Peas - Cooked),Mung Beans (80%), Pinto Beans (74%), Chickpeas (71%), Pink Beans (71%), Lima Beans (68%), Black Beans (64%), Navy Beans (64%), and Kidney Beans (58%). Lentils (Cooked),Spinach, aspagarus(cooked), Lettuce (Cos or Romaine), Avocado,Broccoli (Cooked),Troical Fruits(Mango),Pomegranate (27%), Papaya (15%), Guava (7%), Kiwi (7%), and Banana (6%),A cup of orange juice provides 19% DV for folate,
Bread (Wheat Bread),French Bread (24%), Italian Bread (14%), Wheat Germ Bread (8%)

Why is it important?
Vitamin B9 (folic acid) is vital for several bodily functions, such as synthesis of DNA, RNA, to repair aiding rapid cell division and growth, to produce healthy red blood cells. It is important for pregnant women to have enough folic acid to prevent major birth defects of her baby's brain or spine (neural tube defects, including spina bifida and anencephaly). It enhances brain health, folic acid supplementation may improve memory.

Deficiency symptoms
Signs of vitamin B9 deficiency are generally indicated by headache, nausea, and irritability. They are accompanied by fatigue, acne, sore tongue, and cracks at the corner of the mouth. At an advanced stage, it can also include loss of memory, restricted growth of the brain and nerves, paranoia, weakness, and skin cracking. Other common signs are loss of appetite, inflamed tongue, gastrointestinal problems, and diarrhea.
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