The human body has been described as a perfect mechanism where lots of things happen at the same time.
More often than not, the human body gives signs to indicate that it needs help, but you need to know what each sign means to enable you take charge and seek medical attention as necessary.
When something is wrong, our body always gives us signs that we should recognize. Here we are going to give you a list of signs your organism is sending to you.
1. Leg Cramps
A muscle cramp is a strong, painful contraction that comes suddenly and it lasts for a few seconds to several minutes. It usually happens on the leg muscles. Leg cramps in many cases are caused by a mineral deficiency (magnesium, calcium, potassium). If you experience a combination of insomnia, irritability and leg cramps. Your body needs magnesium and potassium, which can be found in tomatoes, bananas, spinach and oranges.
To prevent them consume more foods rich in that minerals and eating a whole-food diet with more fruits, vegetables, legumes, and whole grains.
2. Food Cravings
We all have food cravings. That happens because our body is lacking specific nutrients.
To stop them we should stop consuming processed foods and start eating more fresh vegetables and fruits. When our body is going to get the nutrients it needs, the cravings will be gone.
3. Dry Skin
Dry skin is often caused by environmental factors, such as cold weather, low humidity, and soaking in hot water. So, eat more vegetables, nuts, oil and fish. Don’t use soap, scrubs or exfoliating masks. Instead, use creams with greasy base. Again, don’t take a bath for more than once a day; and stay in a cool environment.
To treat it you should use moisturizer and avoid harsh, drying soaps. You must also change your diet and eat more nuts, seeds, and fish. Drinking a lot of water also helps us maintain our body hydrated and prevents dry skin.
4. Headaches
Every one of us has experienced a headache. It can be caused by many factors such as lack of sleep, stress, cold, infection, fever, or some other health disorder.
Try to find a time to rest and calm your body. Also, consume food rich in magnesium. If the pain doesn’t go away, you should consult your doctor.
5. Brittle Nails
Brittle nails are nails that split and break easily. Nails can be dry and brittle or soft and brittle. This condition may be caused by many factors such as frequent hand washing, rough treatment of hands and nails, and vitamin deficiency.
To prevent it you should wear hands gloves, use hand creams and eat food rich in vitamins and minerals.
6. Bad Breath
Bad Breath is also known as halitosis. It can result from poor oral hygiene or be a sign of some health problems like infections. It is a discomfort condition.
The best solution to this problem is good dental hygiene and consuming more fresh foods instead of processed foods.
7. Fatigue
We describe fatigue as a lethargic, exhausted, and tired feeling. There are numerous fatigue causes. For example anemia, thyroid disease, heart disease, sleep disorders, and diabetes.
For treating it, we must have enough rest, consume food that provides energy, and have daily physical activities.
8. Bloating
Many of us suffer from a bloated stomach. It may be caused by insufficient water intake, constipation, and a bad diet.
To prevent it you should consume more raw food, hydrate your body and do regular exercises. If the cause is a bacterial infection then you must visit your doctor.
9.Irregular Bowel
If we often suffer from irregular bowel movements, we must change something in our lifestyle and diet.
Staying hydrated by drinking a lot of water, avoiding fatty foods, and consuming more fruits and vegetables will solve this problem. If the cause is some digestive disease, then we must consult the doctor.
10. Frequent urination
That extra glucose can also affect your kidneys, which are responsible for removing the excess water from your blood to produce urine. Having too much glucose in your blood can damage blood vessels in your kidneys, which makes this filtering process less efficient and causes you to pee more. In general, Frequent urination may be caused by diseases affecting the urinary tract at any level. in this case, it’s advisable to visit your doctor.
11. Sweet tooth
A strong desire to have something sweet might be indicative of stress, depression, or exhaustion. In this case, your body is asking for glucose, which is derivable from chocolate and honey.
12. Desire to eat ice
If you find yourself wanting to eat ice, then you may have anaemia as a result of iron deficiency. So, eat beef and eggs. But it’s still better to see your doctor if the desire is accompanied with lack of energy.
13. Bleeding gums
A bleeding gum is a tell-tale signs of Vitamin C deficiency. Include the following in your foods: citrus fruits such as oranges, spinach, green/red bell peppers, tomatoes, cabbage, cauliflower and broccoli.
14. Fragile nails and hair
Your body is telling you that you’re deficient in vitamin B. So, drink more milk, eat mushrooms. You can also make a health drink with a combination of orange, lemon, avocado, herbs and banana.
15. Rings around the irises. The iris is that part of the eye that determines the amount of light reaching the retina. Rings may appear around the iris among those who are 50 and older, which is normal. However, if it appears in a younger person, it is a sign of high cholesterol level and you must see the doctor.
16. Greek foot—otherwise called Morton’s toe—is a syndrome where you have a longer second toe on your foot. This could be a result of callusing or discomfort on the ball of the foot at the base of the second toe. You will need to watch the style of footwear you choose.
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