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However, hidden hunger—nutritional deficiencies that occur even among well-fed populations—is another insidious problem. Dr. Menka explains that many Singaporeans suffer from micronutrient gaps, such as deficiencies in zinc, magnesium, vitamin A, and vitamin D, often caused by diets rich in white rice, noodles, and processed foods. Symptoms like fatigue, hair loss, and brain fog are telltale signs of long-term nutritional deficits, regardless of overall caloric intake.