Mineral Deficiencies in Children and Adults

May 30, 2015

Medications, excessive heat, exercise,…these things deplete the body of important minerals. When you or your kids are deficient in certain minerals, you may experience leg and cramps, muscle spasms, racing heart, headaches, eye twitching, fatigue and more. Did you know that intense chocolate cravings may also be a sign of mineral deficiency? On this episode of Dishing Up Nutrition, hosts Darlene Kvist and Cassie Weness tell you the common causes of bodily deficiencies of iron, magnesium, zinc and calcium. Listen in as they and give you some simple solutions so you and your family get the minerals you need to start feeling better.

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