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Vitamins Minerals Deficiency Test
Which test is required to identify Vitamins Minerals Deficiency ?
Can we take the following without consultation.
1. B-complex
2. Magnesium Glycinate
3. MULTIVITAMIN
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1stly you have to do your basic blood profile and if you have any symptoms for deficiency of vitamins then only you can start supplementation with the help of physician or Nutritionist 's advice.
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First need to check your deficiency then only will able to tell
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To check for vitamin and mineral deficiencies, these tests are generally recommended: Vitamin D, calcium, B12, folate, Iron test for hemoglobin and serum ferritin, zinc, magnesium, phosphorous, electrolytes for sodium and potassium.
It is not advisable to take any supplements without a consultation with a dietitian or a doctor.
Even if complex B is safe, taking them without need is not advised. Multivitamins should also be taken only if there is a deficiency because excess of certain vitamins can have side effects.
It is also recommended to consult a dietitian or doctor before starting any supplements to make sure that you are taking the correct supplement and dosages.
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Hi, first, you need to check your blood parameters for vitamin and minerals levels
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if it's low then only can go for support
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do not use/trust any supplement blindly or consult expert before starting it
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You need to check the level first if required only then take supplements . It is better to focus on a healthy balanced diet.
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Hi…you can go with vitamin and minerals profile test or can go for full body check up generally they will cover mostly all type of vitamin minerals profile test as well
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Before taking any supplements first check your levels then consult with healthcare providers then only take any kind of supplements
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To check for vitamin and mineral deficiency, you can get a vitamin and mineral profile test or individual tests like vitamin D, B12, iron, calcium, magnesium, and zinc.
You can take B-complex if you have low energy, stress, or a poor diet.
Magnesium glycinate is safe in small doses for sleep, muscle relaxation, or stress, but avoid large amounts.
Multivitamins should not be taken regularly, as excess intake can cause imbalances.
It is better to focus on a balanced diet and take supplements only if needed.
If you have health issues, get a blood test before starting any supplement.
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You need to check the levels first if required only then take these supplements else long term supplementation can lead to hypervitaminosis.
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Ms. Somya Jain
Dietitian/Nutritionist
9 yrs exp
Delhi
No get yourself tested
Then plan thee dosage according as more can harm
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Ms. Neema Yadav
Dietitian/Nutritionist
5 yrs exp
Kolhapur
Healthy morning,
To identify vitamin and minerals deficiency, typically recommended blood test that can check for variety of nutrients levels
Some common tests to identify include
Complete Blood count
Vitamin D
Vitamin B12 and folate
Iron studies ( ferritin and iron )
Magnesium test
Calcium test
Zinc test
For taking B complex , magnesium glycinate and multivitamin without consultation:
1. While these supplements are generally considered
Safe for many people. It’s best to consult a health care professionals before starting them
2. B - complex containing various B vitamin and taking it without a deficiency may lead imbalance
3. Magnesium Glycinate :
Is typically well tolerated but taking them excessive magnesium can cause digestive upset , diarrhoea or more
Severe issues
4 . Multivitamin:
Contain range of nutrients, and taking them unnecessarily could lead to an overdose of certain vitamins and minerals, particularly fat soluble vitamins
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Ms. Trupti Padhi
Dietitian/Nutritionist
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Bhubaneswar
Good evening pls connect to doctor.
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