A lack of essential micronutrients, such as vitamin D and magnesium, as well as a few others, may be behind 'hidden hunger' associated with type 2 diabetes, a new study suggests.

Vitamin D, magnesium, and B12 deficiencies were common among people with type 2 diabetes according to new research.

A new review found as many as 45% of Type 2 diabetics are suffering multiple deficiencies in vitamins, minerals and electrolytes.

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