Points to ponder: 1  Palm oil has been used safely for over 5000 years. 2  Palm oil has is consumed all over the world. 3  Palm oil is an excellent dietary energy source.  Palm oil does not require hydrogenation to extend its shelf 1  life. Palm oil is rich in carotenoids.  Palm oil is a good source for 1  vitamin E. Palm oils fatty acids are well balanced.
In this case, seasonal vitamin D supplementation would be beneficial. The most common vitamin and mineral deficiencies, especially for vegetarians and vegans, are in iron, calcium, vitamin D and B12. Vegan sources of calcium include leafy green vegetables (like spinach and kale), almonds and sesame seeds. Many milk and yogurt alternatives are also calcium-fortified.
Symptoms of a deficiency include weight loss, muscle weakness, constipation, and in severe cases, an abnormal heart rhythm. For natural potassium sources, Psota recommends bananas, whole grains, milk, vegetables, beans, and peas. 4. Iron. Iron helps your body make red blood cells.utrient deficiencies can also lead to other diseases. âFor example, calcium and vitamin D deficiencies can cause osteopenia or osteoporosis, two conditions marked by brittle bones,â says Kate Patton, MEd, RD, a registered dietitian at the Cleveland Clinic in Ohio.