Understanding What Deficiency Causes Corns on Feet (And Why It's Misleading)
                                
                                
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                                Despite a common misconception, no specific vitamin or mineral deficiency is the direct cause of corns on feet; the primary trigger is repeated pressure and friction on the skin. While poor nutrition can affect overall skin integrity, it is not the main driver of corn formation. This article examines the mechanical causes of corns and the indirect role that nutrition plays in skin health.