Numbness
Also known as: Paraesthesia; Paresthesia
Description
Numbness is a tingling or (occasionally) burning sensation in peripheral areas (actually Peripheral Nerves) of the body. It is a symptom of various ailments of the Peripheral Nervous System that involves deprivation or deficiency in the powers of sensation or movement.
These Substances may Alleviate Numbness
Lipids
Numbness in the arms or legs may occur as a result of Alpha-Linolenic Acid (LNA) deficiency.
Minerals
Numbness in the arms and legs may occur as a result of Calcium deficiency.
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