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My doctor says I have a vitamin deficiency. Can you tell me what this means?
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A Vitamin deficiency is when your body does not get enough of certain vitamins and minerals from food, which can cause health problems. Your doctor may be referring to the fact that you are not getting enough Vitamin B12 in particular. Vitamin B12 helps make red blood cells, so it’s important for healthy brain function. You can find Vitamin B12 in meat, fish, dairy products, fortified breakfast cereals, and other fortified foods.