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What Causes Low Alkaline Phosphatase Levels In The Blood?
Hi,I recently had a blood test and was informed that I had low alkaline phosphatase levels. I have been a vegetarian for around 7 months now, and was wondering if the two were correlated? Also, what foods would one eat to increase alkaline phosphatase levels. Many thanks!
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HI, thanks for using healthcare magic
It is possible that it may be related to diet though there are other causes.
In terms of diet, a diet low in B6, folic acid, vitamin c, , phosphorus and zinc can cause low levels.
Other causes are: (1) hypothyroidism -low thyroid hormone levels
(2)pernicious anemia
This can be assessed by blood tests.
I hope this helps
It is possible that it may be related to diet though there are other causes.
In terms of diet, a diet low in B6, folic acid, vitamin c, , phosphorus and zinc can cause low levels.
Other causes are: (1) hypothyroidism -low thyroid hormone levels
(2)pernicious anemia
This can be assessed by blood tests.
I hope this helps