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Nutritional Deficiencies and Mood Issues
Nutrition
Question #52140
46 days ago
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Nutritional Deficiencies and Mood Issues - #52140

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​Vitamin D (25-OH): <3.5 ng/mL (Deficiency is typically defined as <30 ng/mL) ​Vitamin B12: <148 pg/mL (Normal range: 187–833 pg/mL) ​Hemoglobin: 11.5 g/dL (Normal range for females: 12.0–15.0 g/dL) ​Serum Iron: 33 µg/dL (Normal range: 50–170 µg/dL) ​Transferrin Saturation: 8.03% (Normal range: 16–50%) From Blood test - ​Calcium: 8.8 mg/dL (Normal range: 9.0–10.1 mg/dL) ​HDL Cholesterol: 37.4 mg/dL (Normal range: 40–60 mg/dL; "Low" is <40 mg/dL) ​SHBG (Sex Hormone Binding Globulin): 20.2 nmol/L (Normal range: 32.4–128 nmol/L) ​DHEAS: 55.5 µg/dL (Normal range: 98.8–340 µg/dL AMH:11 Insulin - Fasting: 12.4 mcU/mg HOMA IR index : 1.5 Age-25 Symptoms- Poor concentration, brain fog Low mood,I sleep for 8 hours but when I wake I feel like I haven't slept Depressed for no reason Pigmented skin around mouth area Delayed period Catch cold very frequently Feel dizzy these days Hairfall ,dark circles Dark & unhealthy faceskin but body skin is fair & healthy

How long have you been experiencing these symptoms?:

- More than 6 months

Have you made any recent changes to your diet?:

- No changes

Do you have any known food allergies or intolerances?:

- Yes, one or two
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Namaste, Your reports clearly show multiple deficiencies (Vitamin D, B12, iron) along with some hormonal imbalance (low DHEAS, low SHBG, delayed periods). These can together explain your symptoms. Simple understanding: Low B12 + iron can cause brain fog, low mood, dizziness, hair fall, dark circles. Very low Vitamin D can lead to fatigue, poor immunity, and low energy. Hormonal imbalance can contribute to delayed periods and pigmentation. So this is not one problem—it is a combined nutritional + hormonal imbalance. Simple measures that may help: First priority is to correct deficiencies (this is very important). Take B12, Vitamin D, and iron supplements as advised by a doctor. Include foods like green vegetables, beetroot, dates, nuts, seeds, milk, ghee. Get morning sunlight exposure daily (15–20 mins) for Vitamin D. Maintain regular meals and good digestion. Do light exercise or walking daily. Ensure proper sleep routine, not just duration but quality. Reduce sugar and processed foods, as they worsen hormonal imbalance. With proper correction, symptoms like brain fog, mood issues, skin changes, and hair fall can improve significantly. Ayurvedic medicines that may support your condition include: Lohasava – traditionally used to support iron levels and improve energy. Shatavari Kalpa – sometimes used to support hormonal balance and nourishment. Along with Ayurveda, nutritional correction is essential in your case. Consult me for more advice and suggestions on the above medicines.

• Lohasava (450 Ml) - Kerala Ayurveda (Lohasava 450 Ml) — x3


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