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Supplements, Vitamins and Common Nutrient Gaps in Indians
A few deficiencies are very common in Indians, especially vegetarians, while most supplement marketing targets problems people do not have. These pieces separate the gaps worth testing for from the products worth ignoring.
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Common questions
Why is vitamin B12 deficiency common in Indian vegetarians?
B12 is found almost only in animal foods. Vegetarians rely on dairy, which supplies limited amounts, so many need fortified foods or a supplement after a blood test confirms low levels.
Should I take supplements before fixing my diet?
Usually no. Test for the common gaps such as vitamin D and B12, fix protein and total food first, and supplement only what a test or a clear dietary gap shows you need.
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