• Copper Deficiency
    By Historic Health Staff
    Nov 03

    Copper Deficiency

    Copper deficiency is rare among healthy people and occurs primarily in people with genetic disorders or malabsorption problems such as Crohn’s and celiac disease. A genetic condition called Menkes disease interferes with copper absorption, leading to severe deficiency that could become fatal without copper injections. 

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  • Vitamin D Deficiency
    By Historic Health Staff
    Nov 02

    Vitamin D Deficiency

    Vitamin D deficiency is a public health crisis, with over one billion people worldwide falling short of their daily requirements. Maintaining adequate levels of vitamin D can be challenging for any busy adult.

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  • Manganese Deficiency
    By Historic Health Staff
    Nov 02

    Manganese Deficiency

    A deficiency of manganese is very rare, and there are no specific groups of people known to be at risk for developing a deficiency.

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  • Calcium Deficiency
    By Historic Health Staff
    Nov 01

    Calcium Deficiency

    After about age 30, bones start losing calcium which reduces bone strength and leads to osteoporosis, which is characterized by fragile bones. Calcium deficiency can also cause rickets in children and other bone disorders in adults, although these disorders are more commonly caused by vitamin D deficiency.

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  • Vitamin K Deficiency
    By Historic Health Staff
    Nov 01

    Vitamin K Deficiency

    Vitamin K deficiency is rare since most people get adequate amounts from their diet. Additionally, bacteria in your large intestine make vitamin K.

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