8 Warning Signs Your Body Is Trying to Tell You
👩⚕️ By Dr. Najma Shaikh
Clinical Nutritionist | Founder of NS Nutricare – Online Diet & Wellness Consultancy
In my years of working with women and families across India and globally, I’ve discovered something most people overlook:
Your body always gives early warning signs when you’re missing key nutrients – but we tend to ignore them.
Fatigue? “It must be stress.”
Hair fall? “Maybe the weather.”
Skin issues? “It’s just hormones.”
But often, the real issue is nutritional deficiency.
In this post, I’ll walk you through the 8 most common signs of nutrient deficiencies and how a personalized diet plan can fix them — naturally and effectively.
🌿 Common Signs of Nutritional Deficiency
(Especially in Indian diets and lifestyles)
1. You Feel Tired All the Time
Even after 7–8 hours of sleep, do you still feel drained by afternoon?
You may be low on Iron, Vitamin B12, or Vitamin D — especially common in Indian women.
➡ Indian vegetarian diets often lack protein and micronutrient diversity.
2. Hair Fall or Weak, Thinning Hair
Noticing more hair in the shower drain or on your pillow?
This could mean you’re deficient in Biotin, Zinc, or Vitamin D — common in women with PCOS or post-pregnancy.
💡 Hair oils won’t solve this. We fix it from within.
3. Dry, Dull, or Patchy Skin
If your skin feels rough, itchy, or lifeless no matter what you apply, it may signal a lack of Omega-3, Vitamin A, or Vitamin E.
➡ A diet rich in healthy fats, seeds, and seasonal veggies can do wonders for skin.
4. Mouth Ulcers or Cracked Lips
Recurring mouth ulcers or cuts at the corners of your lips can indicate Vitamin B12 or Iron deficiency.
👉 These are small signs, but they reflect serious internal imbalances.
5. Brain Fog or Poor Concentration
Do you forget simple things or struggle to focus?
This could be due to a lack of B Vitamins, Vitamin D, or healthy fats — all of which are critical for brain function.
➡ A nutrient-dense diet improves clarity, memory, and focus – no medicine needed.
6. Leg Cramps or Tingling Sensations
Cramps or pins-and-needles feelings in hands and feet are common in those lacking Magnesium, Calcium, or Potassium.
➡ Seen often in working professionals and older adults.
7. Mood Swings, Anxiety, or Low Motivation
Yes, nutrition affects your mood too.
Deficiencies in Vitamin D, Magnesium, and Protein can worsen emotional health — especially during hormonal fluctuations.
➡ A proper diet supports both mental and hormonal wellness.
8. Pale Skin or Dark Circles
Do you look pale or have persistent dark circles?
You may have Iron deficiency anemia — very common in Indian women due to menstrual blood loss and low iron intake.
🧠 Why Do These Deficiencies Happen?
Here’s what I often see in my patients’ lifestyles:
- Repetitive meals (e.g., only roti–sabzi–dal)
- Crash dieting or skipping meals
- Lack of protein, fiber, and healthy fats
- Poor gut health reducing absorption
- Conditions like PCOS, thyroid, or diabetes
- Post-pregnancy recovery without proper nutrition
- Lack of expert dietary guidance
🌐 Why Choose NS Nutricare – Online Nutrition Services?
At NS Nutricare, I offer personalized virtual consultations — no clinic visits or waiting queues needed.
Here’s how I help:
🔹 Plans based on your symptoms, blood reports, and routine
🔹 Customized for your food preferences (Veg, Non-Veg, Jain)
🔹 Support for PCOS, Thyroid, Diabetes, Postnatal Nutrition, and more
🔹 Affordable plans with WhatsApp support and follow-ups
🔹 Languages: English, Hindi, Marathi
🔹 Based in Pune, available across India and globally
Whether your goal is weight loss, hormonal balance, better energy, or just feeling healthier, I help you heal the root cause – using food as medicine.