What Nutrient Deficiency Causes Gastroparesis? A Closer Look at the Connection
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According to one study from the NIDDK Gastroparesis Registry, a significant number of patients with diabetic or idiopathic gastroparesis have diets deficient in calories, vitamins, and minerals. While nutrient deficiencies do not cause gastroparesis, the condition's debilitating symptoms can directly lead to serious malnutrition and vitamin and mineral shortfalls.