Arginine
Some search terms matched…e or a laboratory finding is not automatically a standalone deficiency diagnosis. Assess overall protein intake, absorption and the clinical setting with a qualified clinician.
Food sources
Protein foods such as eggs, fish, poultry, meat, d…
Asparagine
Some search terms matched…e or a laboratory finding is not automatically a standalone deficiency diagnosis. Assess overall protein intake, absorption and the clinical setting with a qualified clinician.
Food sources
Protein foods such as eggs, fish, poultry, meat, d…
Astaxanthin
Some search terms matched…oms can—and cannot—tell you
There is no established dietary deficiency syndrome for this specific botanical or compound. Symptoms are not evidence that you need this supplement.
Food sources
Salmon, trout, shrimp and other seafood; certain …
Astragalus
Some search terms matched…APA result. A cell-response finding is not a diagnosis of a deficiency in this botanical or compound.
Astragalus root preparations differ from combination immune-support products.
What symptoms can—and cannot—tell you
There is no establish…
Açaí Berry
Some search terms matched…APA result. A cell-response finding is not a diagnosis of a deficiency in this botanical or compound.
Açaí fruit, juices and concentrated powders differ in fiber, sugar and extract concentration.
What symptoms can—and cannot—tell you
There…
Beta-Carotene
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There is no established dietary deficiency syndrome for this specific botanical or compound. Symptoms are not evidence that you need this supplement.
Food sources
Carrots, sweet potatoes, pumpkin and dark leafy g…
Biotin
Some search terms matched…zymes process fats, carbohydrates and amino acids.
Possible deficiency symptoms
Rare deficiency may cause hair thinning, rash and neurological symptoms. Hair loss alone does not establish deficiency.
How supplementation is approached
Start …
Boron
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There is no established dietary deficiency syndrome for this specific botanical or compound. Symptoms are not evidence that you need this supplement.
Food sources
Prunes, raisins, avocados, nuts and legumes.
Supp…
Calcium
Some search terms matched…and teeth and supports muscle and nerve signaling.
Possible deficiency symptoms
Long-term low intake can affect bones without obvious symptoms. Low blood calcium has multiple causes and is not equivalent to low dietary intake.
How supplemen…
Camu Camu
Some search terms matched…APA result. A cell-response finding is not a diagnosis of a deficiency in this botanical or compound.
Camu camu powders can contribute vitamin C, but the amount depends on the product. Count any listed vitamin C alongside other sources.
Wh…
Catalase
Some search terms matched…oms can—and cannot—tell you
There is no established dietary deficiency syndrome for this specific botanical or compound. Symptoms are not evidence that you need this supplement.
Food sources
The body makes catalase. Enzyme-containing foods …
Chlorophyll
Some search terms matched…APA result. A cell-response finding is not a diagnosis of a deficiency in this botanical or compound.
Chlorophyll-containing foods and chlorophyllin supplements are not the same preparation.
What symptoms can—and cannot—tell you
There is n…
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