Vitamin and Mineral Supplementation

Vitamin and Mineral Supplementation

Vitamins and minerals are nutrients that your body requires to function optimally with many  essential nutrients that cannot produce independently. This is why many health issues and symptoms patients experience can be attributed to vitamin and mineral deficiency. Vitamin and mineral supplementation can eliminate nutritional deficiency if you are unable to obtain your requirements through food but it is vital to seek the help of a medical professional to avoid the danger of high doses.

How Does Vitamin and Mineral Supplementation Work?

• Dr. Kaitlin Martinello, ND will complete a comprehensive consultation to understand your entire health profile.
• Dr. Kaitlin Martinello, ND will provide your vitamin and mineral supplementation plan based on symptoms experienced, test results, and deficiencies.
• All supplements provided will be of the highest quality with no binders, fillers, additives, or other unwanted ingredients.

Common Vitamin and Mineral Deficiencies

There are vitamin and mineral deficiencies that naturopathic practitioners find themselves diagnosing more often than others. Here are a few of the most common.

• Vitamin D Deficiency: Signs of Vitamin D deficiency include poor immune system function, hormone imbalance, painful periods, fatigue, difficulty with weight management, and high blood pressure.
• Iron Deficiency: Signs of Iron deficiency include frequent headaches, fatigue, and disorientation.
• Magnesium Deficiency: Signs of Magnesium deficiency include frequent migraine headaches, restless leg syndrome, and worsened premenstrual syndrome symptoms.
• Vitamin B12 Deficiency: Signs of Vitamin B12 deficiency include constipation/gas, pale skin, fatigue, and brain fog.
• Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Signs of Omega-3 Fatty Acid deficiency include changes in hair health, poor skin health, and reduced cognitive function/depression.