How to tell if you are lacking vitamins by the appearance of your tongue

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Vitamins and minerals are necessary for a person to function normally. If a person does not receive certain substances, he may even get sick. Sometimes a lack of vitamins can indicate changes in appearance.

The doctor noted that the condition of a person's tongue can indicate a deficiency of certain vitamins. Due to a lack of vitamin B12, B9 (folic acid), ferritin, cracks, wrinkles, and grooves may appear on the tongue. Otherwise, such a tongue is called “scrotal” or “folded”.

A similar symptom occurs in 1-2% of the population. But the severity of its manifestation can vary. writes Daily Express.

In addition, an article published in Otolaryngology Online Journal notes that this type of tongue may be associated with vitamin B12 deficiency or pernicious anemia (a condition in which the body cannot absorb vitamin B12). According to a study published in BMC Oral Health, in a group of 22 people with low levels of B12, eight had a folded tongue.