20 Signs of FATTY ACID NEED
I have dry, flaky skin or dandruff.
I know that I have deficiency(s) of fat-soluble vitamins: A, D, E, K.
I have had my gallbladder removed.
I have eczema, rashes, or scaly skin.
I tend to get infections often.
I crave fatty or greasy foods.
I currently eat a reduced-fat diet.
I have dry eyes or low tear production.
My muscles are easily fatigued.
I sunburn easily.
I experience symptoms of depression.
I get tension headaches at the base of my skull.
I experience nausea after eating large amounts of fat.
I experience excessive hair loss.
No matter how much lotion I use, my skin is still dry.
I experience headaches in the hot sun.
I experience pain relief from aspirin.
I ate a low-fat diet in the past.
My cuts tend to heal slowly.
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