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Restoring Balance: Understanding Nutrient Deficiencies and How to Fix Them

A tired man sitting on a bench by the water with his head in his hand, holding sunglasses, symbolizing fatigue and low energy often linked to nutrient deficiencies.
💤 Feeling constantly tired or foggy? You’re not alone. Medications, stress, special diets, and even age can quietly deplete essential nutrients your body depends on for energy, focus, and balance.

In today’s fast-paced world, nutrient deficiencies are more common than most people realize. Whether caused by medications, chronic conditions, dietary restrictions, or simply the aging process, these hidden gaps can quietly affect your energy, mood, and overall well-being.


At WellnessRX Pharmacy, our pharmacist and holistic nutritionist work together to uncover and correct these imbalances — helping you feel stronger, sharper, and more resilient.


🌿 What Causes Nutrient Deficiencies?


1. Medications


Certain prescriptions, while essential for managing conditions, can unintentionally deplete key nutrients:

  • Metformin (for diabetes): Lowers vitamin B12 and folate levels, leading to fatigue or nerve tingling.

  • Oral contraceptives: May reduce B6, B12, magnesium, and zinc, affecting mood and hormonal balance.

  • Statins (cholesterol medications): Can lower CoQ10, leading to muscle aches and reduced cellular energy.

  • Acid reducers (PPIs): Interfere with the absorption of B12, iron, calcium, and magnesium.


👉 If you’re on long-term medication, regular nutrient check-ins can make a world of difference.


2. Chronic Conditions


Health conditions can also increase nutrient loss or reduce absorption:

  • Diabetes: Often associated with low magnesium and B vitamins, impacting energy and blood sugar control.

  • IBS or Celiac Disease: Poor absorption of iron, zinc, vitamin D, and fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, K).

  • Thyroid disorders: Affect metabolism and may increase the need for selenium, iodine, and zinc.

  • Liver or kidney disease: Can reduce storage and conversion of key nutrients.


3. Specialty Diets


While plant-based and restrictive diets can offer many benefits, they sometimes leave gaps:

  • Vegan/Vegetarian: Commonly low in vitamin B12, iron, zinc, omega-3, and vitamin D.

  • Gluten-free: Often lacking fibre, B vitamins, and magnesium due to processed substitutes.

  • Low-fat diets: May hinder absorption of fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, K).


Balanced supplementation and strategic food combinations can bridge these gaps safely.


4. Aging


As we age, nutrient absorption naturally declines:

  • Reduced stomach acid impairs B12, iron, and calcium absorption.

  • Appetite changes and medication use further impact protein, vitamin D, and magnesium intake.

  • Older adults are also more prone to dehydration and electrolyte imbalances.


🥗 How to Restore Nutrient Balance


1. From Your Diet


Choose foods that nourish and replenish:

  • Magnesium: Leafy greens, pumpkin seeds, dark chocolate, whole grains.

  • Iron: Lentils, beef, tofu, spinach, blackstrap molasses.

  • Vitamin D: Fatty fish, egg yolks, fortified milk or plant milks.

  • B12: Eggs, fish, dairy, or fortified vegan options.

  • Omega-3s: Salmon, flaxseed, chia seeds, algae oil.


2. Through Targeted Supplementation


When diet alone isn’t enough, high-quality supplements can help restore balance safely.At WellnessRX Pharmacy, we carry professional-grade brands such as CanPrev, Genestra, and Pure Encapsulations, selected for their bioavailability and purity. Our pharmacist ensures compatibility with your medications, while our nutritionist creates a custom plan to fill nutrient gaps effectively.


💊 How WellnessRX Pharmacy Can Help


Our pharmacist and holistic nutritionist take a collaborative approach to your health:


  • Pharmacist Review: Identifies medication-induced nutrient depletions and ensures supplement safety.

  • Nutritionist Consultation: Builds a personalized nutrient restoration plan with dietary and lifestyle strategies.

  • Follow-Up Support: Adjusts your plan as your health, age, or prescriptions change.


Together, we help you move from “just getting by” to feeling your best — energized, focused, and nourished.


🌟 Take the Next Step


If you’ve been feeling tired, foggy, or out of balance, it might not just be stress — it could be a nutrient deficiency.


📍 Visit us at WellnessRX Pharmacy, Bradford, or shop online below.


📍 1-152 Holland St. East, Bradford

📞 Call 905-775-7874 to book your Nutrient Restoration Consultation today.



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