Nutrition
A nutritionist advises people on matters related to food and nutrition and their impacts on health.
They evaluate the patient in terms of nutrient deficiency, that can cause lack or reduced vitamins & mineral composition in the body and effect day to day activities.
Based of which they can suggest the do’s and don’t’s for the right intake of food to improve on the deficiencies and enhance endurance and thus improve physical and mental health.
Some vitamins that can lead to deficiencies include:
- Vitamin D : A deficiency can cause osteomalacia, which is softening of the bones. Long-term deficiency can lead to osteoporosis, which is low bone density and increases the risk of fractures.
- Vitamin C : A deficiency can cause scurvy, and may also lead to behavioral and mood changes.
- Vitamin A : A deficiency can lead to night blindness, which is an inability to see in low-light conditions.
- Vitamin B12 : A deficiency can cause peripheral neuropathy, which is a demyelinating disorder that leads to muscle weakness and pain in the distal limbs.
- Vitamin K : A deficiency can lead to coagulopathy and bone disease.
- Vitamin B1 : A deficiency can cause beriberi, which results in weak muscles and severe weight loss.
- Folic acid : Also known as vitamin B9, a deficiency can impair the rapid cell division needed for the continual production of new hair.
- Vitamin B6 : A deficiency is common among people who have had a severe deficiency of protein and calories.
Other common nutritional deficiencies include iron, iodine, magnesium, and calcium.
Some people specialize in particular areas, such as
- Sports nutrition
- Public health
- Animal nutrition
Our Specialist
Consultant Nutritionist
