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The price of XRP, the third-largest cryptocurrency by market cap, has collapsed by roughly 14% over the past 24 hours, according to CoinGecko data.
The Ripple-linked cryptocurrency plunged to $2.58 earlier today, reaching its lowest level since Jan. 14.
Analyst Timothy Sykes says that crypto markets are down since they are open during the weekend due to the ongoing current trade tensions. He expects the leading US stock market indexes to “get wrecked” as well on Monday.
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According to Sykes, the “trade tensions” are terrible for business and the economy.
DonAlt, a prominent pseudonymous cryptocurrency trader, has suggested that the crypto market could experience another round of selling on Monday.
Bitcoin (BTC) is currently down more than 4%, holding up better than other major currencies.
Dogecoin (DOGE) is the worst-performing cryptocurrency in the top 10, plunging by nearly 15%.
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Foreign exchange analysts at Bank of America still forecast that the Pound to Euro exchange rate (GBP/EUR) will strengthen to 1.25 at the end of 2025.
In contrast, ING forecasts that Pound Sterling (GBP) will retreat to 1.1765 against the Euro (EUR) currency.
Pound Sterling secured a net gain to around 1.1950 during the week amid further concerns over the Euro-Zone outlook with no major UK developments.
The US tariff developments will be a key near-term focus.
On February 1st President Trump announced 25% tariffs on goods from Canada and Mexico with a lower 10% duty on Canadian oil.
Trump used the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) to impose tariffs from February 4th.
Trump also promised that 25% tariffs would also be applied to the EU.
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There is still a high degree of uncertainty given the potential for negotiations and legal challenges.
If, however, tariffs go ahead for a sustained period, there will be a negative impact on the Euro area and UK economies.
Berenberg Chief Economist Holger Schmieding commented; “For Europe, this is a mild negative in the sense that (Canada’s) negotiations with Trump did not yield a last-minute result and the European response has been to negotiate.”
Most investment banks consider that the EU is more vulnerable.
Bank of America (BoA) commented; “Crucially, the UK runs a trade deficit with the US, including a small deficit in the goods balance, which is the focus of “regular tariffs.” This leaves the Eurozone’s exports, heavy on autos and machinery, more exposed than those of the UK.”
It added; “We therefore like selling the upside above 0.8570 over the initial phases of the likely tariff impact.” (Buying GBP/USD on any dips to around 1.1670)
BoA also injected a note of caution; “tariffs could weigh further on EUR but bearishness getting stretched.”
According to Lloyds Bank; “The reality is that the challenges Europe faces have not disappeared and although sentiment might have steadied, the starting point is brittle.”
It added; “Increasing global trade frictions also reminds that the euro looks on the expensive side when measured on a real effective exchange rate basis.”
The ECB lowered the deposit rate by 25 basis points to a 22-month low of 2.75% which was in line with consensus forecasts.
Bank President Lagarde stated that the Euro-Zone economy will remain weak in the short term with risks still biased to the downside, but there is scope for a rebound later in the year.
According to flash data, Euro-Zone GDP was unchanged in the fourth quarter of 2024 compared with expectations of a 0.1% increase for the quarter with a 0.2% contraction for Germany.
Wells Fargo commented; “We see downside risk to our moderate Eurozone 2025 GDP growth forecast of 0.9%. Even with some lingering inflation pressures, the modest growth backdrop means ECB policymakers continue to signal easier monetary policy ahead.”
The UK economic outlook and bond market will be a key short-term influence.
Yields have stabilised and the Bank of England announced a new tool to support the bond market if stresses intensify.
According to ING; “While these efforts to restore confidence are very welcome – and have helped the sterling trade-weight index recover about 1% from lows earlier this month – we still feel sterling is vulnerable.”
There are very strong expectations that the BoE will cut interest rates to 4.50% at this week’s policy meeting.
The pace of rate cuts over the remainder of the year will be a key element.
ING added; “Fiscal consolidation in March and a drop in services inflation through the second quarter should lead to a 100bp BoE easing cycle this year. This compares to just 68bp of easing priced by the market today.
UBS expects rate differentials will be important; “the BoE is easing policy from a tight level, meaning that the existing rate differentials should continue to support total returns via the carry component. We also see EURGBP spot risks as skewed a little lower over time to 0.82 by year-end. (1.22 for GBP/EUR)
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The end of the week is bearish for most of the coins, according to CoinMarketCap.
On the hourly chart, the price of DOGE is closer to the support than to the resistance level. However, most of the daily ATR has been passed, which means sharp moves are unlikely to happen by tomorrow.
On the bigger time frame, there are also no reversal signals yet. If the daily candle closes near its low, the drop is likely to continue to the nearest support of $0.2724 soon.
From the midterm point of view, the picture is similar.
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If the weekly bar closes around the current prices, traders may witness a test of the support level by mid-February.
DOGE is trading at $0.2959 at press time.
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Short of the EUR/USD currency pair. Unfortunately, his currency pair rose by 2.07% over the next week.
Long of Bitcoin in USD terms following a New York close above $106,187. This did not set up.
Long of Corn futures. Corn futures rose by 0.45% over that week.
The weekly loss of 1.62% equals 0.54% per asset.
Last week saw several very key data releases, and the directional movement was above average:
US Federal Reserve Policy Meeting – the Fed left its interest rate unchanged as widely expected, but the Fed also gave a minor hawkish tilt as it made clear it was in no rush to cut rates further over the near term.
US Core PCE Price Index – this was expected, showing a month-on-month increase of 0.2%.
European Central Bank Policy Meeting – no surprises with the 0.25% rate cut, but the Bank warned about the deteriorating Eurozone economy, and this helped push the Euro to fall in value over the week.
US Advance GDP – this was considerably lower than expected, showing an annualized rate of only 2.3% when 2.7% was expected, giving a tailwind to the recent decline in the USD.
Bank of Canada Policy Meeting – cut rates by 0.2% as expected, for the sixth consecutive policy meeting.
German Preliminary CPI – surprisingly, this was negative at -0.2% over the month, when a 0.1% increase was expected, suggesting declining inflationary pressure, which may increase pressure for further rate cuts and help sink the Euro.
Australian CPI – this was a fraction lower than expected.
Canadian GDP – this showed a decline a fraction lower than expected, confirming the recent weakening of the Canadian economy.
US CB Consumer Confidence – a fraction lower than expected.
US Employment Cost Index – exactly as expected.
US Unemployment Claims – this was a little better than expected.
Chinese Manufacturing PMI – this was a little worse than expected.
Last week’s key takeaways were:
A general continuing decline in inflation and the continuation of rate cuts in G7 nations, with the notable exception of the USA, which is finding inflation sticky although not far from its 2% target.
US President Trump has made good on his threats to impose tariffs on Canada and Mexico and China, with new tariffs taking effect last Saturday of 25% on Canada and Mexico (only 10% on energy imports) and 10% on China. President Trump has also begun to threaten BRICS nations with a 100% tariff if they do not drop plans to create an alternative global reserve currency to the USD.
Interestingly, these two developments should be helping an increase in the relative value of the USD, which is still in a valid long-term bullish trend. The US Dollar Index did increase in value last week, after a few weeks of relative weakness.
Canada has just responded to the new US tariffs by imposing a blanket 25% tariff on all imports from the USA.
Both the US and Canadian Dollars look likely to be interesting currencies to watch over the coming week, which will likely put the USD/CAD currency pair in focus over the coming days.
The Week Ahead: 3rd – 7th February
The coming week has a lighter schedule of releases, so we are very likely to see a lower level of activity and volatility in the Forex market.
The coming week’s important data points, in order of likely importance, are:
US Average Hourly Earnings
US Non-Farm Employment Change
Bank of England Policy Meeting
US JOLTS Job Openings
US ISM Services PMI
US ISM Manufacturing PMI
US Unemployment Rate
US Unemployment Claims
Canadian Unemployment Rate
New Zealand Unemployment Rate
Monday is a public holiday in China and Thursday is a public holiday in New Zealand.
Monthly Forecast February 2025
For February 2025, I forecast that the EUR/USD currency pair will decline in value.
For January, I forecasted that the USD/JPY currency pair would rise in value and that the EUR/USD currency pair would fall in value. The final performance of this forecast was:
Weekly Forecast Performance
Weekly Forecast 2nd February 2025
Two weeks ago, I made no weekly forecast as there were no unusually strong price movements in currency crosses, which is the basis of my trading strategy.
The Japanese Yen was the strongest major currency last week, while the Australian Dollar was the weakest. Volatility declined last week, with 37% of the most important Forex currency pairs and crosses changing in value by more than 1%. It is likely to fall further over the coming week.
Last week, the US Dollar Index printed a bullish candlestick that continued the long-term bullish trend, after bouncing off an area of support. There were two further price action signs:
The price closed right at the high of the week’s range.
The close was within the upper half of the previous week’s candle’s range.
The US Dollar got a tailwind last week from the Fed’s slightly hawkish tilt in its comments on inflation, and President Trump’s imposition of tariffs against Canada, Mexico, and China.
The Dollar is likely to continue rise over the coming week. The price has room to rise to at least the next resistance level at 110.00.
EUR/USD
The EUR/USD currency pair is in a valid long-term bearish trend. Just as I explained earlier about the US Dollar index, we see the same bearish technical signs. However, the price rose quite high over the previous week, so we are still some way off the long-term lows.
This currency pair often has very reliable trends, so I am generally interested in being short.
This is backed by fundamentals and sentiment. The Euro is weaker after the ECB not only cut its interest rate but more importantly, also warned against a weakening Eurozone economy, and the US Dollar is getting a boost from a hawkish Fed and the imposition of new tariffs by President Trump.
I see this currency pair as a sell. It is probably the most reliable trade opportunity right now in the entire Forex market.
USD/CAD
The USD/CAD currency pair advanced strongly last week to a new 4-year high price, continuing the long-term bullish trend ad breakout which has been ongoing for a few months now.
This trend has legs because the US economy is relatively strong while the Canadian one is relatively weak, but also, and more importantly over the short-term, President Trump has just imposed a 25% tariff on non-energy imports from Canada (energy will be subject to a 10% tariff). Canada has just announced a retaliatory 25% tariff, with Prime Minister Trudeau urging Canadians to “buy Canadian”.
These tariffs are likely, overall, to boost the US Dollar and hurt the value of the Canadian Dollar.
Technically although it is worth noting that the price gave up some of its gains, as shown by the upper wick of last week’s candlestick, this is due more to volatility than due to the end of an upwards spike.
It is quite likely that this currency pair will continue to rise over the coming week.
XAU/USD
Gold advanced last week to reach a new all-time high above $2,800 per ounce. The price gave up some of its gains towards the weekly close to end the week back below the round number of $2,800. However, looking at the weekly price chart below, we can see that the price closed above the previous record high made in December 2024.
This trend may see a relatively slow rise, but we can see how steadily and strongly Gold gained over the past year, so this looks likely to be a solid trend.
I am not sure that Gold will reach $3,000 per ounce over the coming week, but this target is certainly in sight now.
Coffee Futures
The price chart below shows that Coffee futures have been breaking out to long-term high prices over a period of more than 6 months, although last week’s strong price rise was the most aggressive seen through this time. This is suggestive of a climax, which would make going long dangerous, but the weekly closing price was very near the high price of the week, so that may not be the case.
Taking long trades when major commodities break out to new 6-month highs has historically been a very profitable trading strategy, which is the main reason that I want to be long here.
Arabica coffee has reached an all-time high, due partly to climatic factors such as the recent drought in Brazil, and partly due to political factors, both of which are working to reduce supply, while demand continues to be as high as it ever has been.
Unfortunately, Coffee futures are quite expensive and usually just too large for retail traders, but there is an ETF called COFF which can be used to participate in increases in the price of Coffee. However, note that this ETF does not always cleanly mirror the price action of coffee futures, so if you are using the ETF, be careful.
I think Coffee is a buy.
Corn Futures
Corn futures have been breaking to new highs, although the last two days of last week saw the price decline for consecutive days.
I think Corn is a buy but only if it makes a new daily high closing price.
Although we clearly have a medium or maybe long-term bullish trend in Corn, this bullish move is relatively new and may already have run out of steam, which is why I am cautious.
Many analysts see this move as mostly seasonal in nature, and do not think the price is going to make a new high and time soon.
I will be prepared to enter a new long trade if we see Corn futures make a new 6-month high closing price at the end of any day over the coming week.
Bottom Line
I see the best trading opportunities this week as:
Long of Gold in USD terms (also known as XAU/USD).
Long of Corn futures (CORN etf can also be used) following a daily close of the next ZC future at or above 498.
Long of Coffee futures (COFF etf can also be used).
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Markets move in cycles, and right now, XRP finds itself in an uneasy position. Price action is telling a story, and Bollinger Bands — one of the most relied-upon volatility indicators — are laying out the next possible chapter.
When they expand, it is a sign that the market is bracing for something big. Lately, these bands have reached extreme levels for XRP, and not in a reassuring way.
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After an already rough few weeks, XRP has been unable to reclaim lost ground. The token fell through key support at $3, slipped to $2.65, and has not managed to push back toward the upper Bollinger Band.
That is where trouble starts. When an asset cannot touch that upper band after a sell-off, the odds of it sliding down to the middle band increase. And in this case, that level is sitting at $1.61.
It is not immediate, but it is lurking. A 43% drop from current levels — potentially drawn out over a more extended time frame, given the weekly chart’s influence. The downward pressure is not just technical; sentiment is not exactly screaming bullish either.
Holding $2 is crucial, not just for the charts, but for the psychology of the market. If that level does not hold, another 20% decline would not be a shock.
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This does not mean all hope is lost. Markets pivot, trends shift, and unexpected catalysts emerge. But right now, the technicals are speaking clearly. Without a strong push upward to reclaim momentum, XRP is looking at a slow grind downward. And when Bollinger Bands signal something this clearly, traders tend to listen.
Solana, Cardano, and Remittix are making big moves in the crypto world! Solana’s price is showing signs of a strong comeback, while Cardano is working hard to grow its network. Meanwhile, Remittix is gaining attention as its presale token has raised over $10.5 million in record time. Many believe it could be the best coin to invest today for huge future gains!
Can Solana’s Price Go 10x in This Bull Run?
Solana (SOL) has recently gone on an exciting roller coaster! Its price plummeted but is already beginning to rebound after hitting an all-time high of $293.31 on January 19. Solana now sells for around $238, and many investors are asking if it may rise much more.
While some analysts believe Solana has reached its lowest point and will only rise from here, others predict another decline may occur before a significant movement. One thing is certain, though: purchasers are intervening to help to sustain the price. Renowned analyst Jelle said that Solana is displaying significant levels of support, which is encouraging for further development.
The fact that Coinbase Derivatives has registered to introduce Solana futures contracts fuels likewise increasing excitement. additional traders will therefore be able to gamble on Solana’s future price, thereby attracting additional investors. Additionally there are speculations that Solana futures may be introduced shortly by the Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME), a major participant in the financial scene. Should that occur, it would increase Solana’s reputation and draw additional consumers.
Can Cardano Compete with Other Cryptos?
Cardano was developed as a greener, safer blockchain. Working in layers, it divides transactions from other procedures. It is therefore more efficient and adaptable. Reviewing Cardano’s technology helps specialists and scientists contribute to enhance it, which distinguishes it in the cryptocurrency scene.
Though Cardano has a solid basis, it has grown slowly. Its smart contracts, which allow developers to build blockchain apps, excite many individuals about its ability to enable Still, advancement has taken more time than anticipated. Some investors becoming impatient are looking at alternative cryptocurrencies advancing more quickly.
Strong rivalry also exists for Cardano, particularly from Ethereum. Though it takes more energy and has higher costs, Ethereum is the most often used platform for smart contracts. Though Cardano’s structure is superior and its expenses are lower, it is still not as often utilized. Comparatively to other blockchains, its DeFi (decentralized finance) and NFT (digital collectibles) industries are still minor.
Can Remittix (RTX) Reach $1 in 2025?
Remittix (RTX) is a new cryptocurrency that has been growing fast. Since its presale token launch, its price has jumped from $0.015 to $0.0521, giving early investors over 300% profit! Many believe it is one of the best coins to buy now because it helps users send money across borders with no hidden fees.
Remittix makes sending crypto as easy as sending a text message. The platform converts cryptocurrencies into regular money (FIAT) quickly and safely. Unlike traditional banks, it doesn’t charge extra fees, so what you send is exactly what the receiver gets. Since transactions are recorded on a public ledger, everything is transparent, making it one of the best coins to buy now for people who want security and efficiency.
The project is expanding quickly as over 450 million RTX tokens sold generates over $10.5 million generated in its presale token. Based on current trajectory, RTX may reach $0.10 shortly and maybe $1 in 2025. For long-term development, many investors see it as the greatest currency to make investments now.
The Remittix platform is unique as it links local payment systems with blockchain technologies so that companies may send and get money all around. It also provides Remittix Pay API, which facilitates staff easy payment for businesses. Remittix is a great instrument for worldwide payments because of these characteristics.
Strong advantages surround the RTX token itself. It guarantees quick, safe transactions, provides consumers complete asset control, and removes extraneous costs. RTX could grow to be a significant participant in the crypto scene as the cross-border payment sector is anticipated to reach $250 trillion by 2027. If you’re looking for the best coin to invest today, Remittix might be a smart choice!
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With Grayscale filing for a Dogecoin ETF, the Dogecoin price could skyrocket tremendously if the product captures only 50% of Bitcoin ETF inflows after approval.
Grayscale Investments has introduced the Grayscale Dogecoin Trust, looking to provide institutional and accredited investors with exposure to Dogecoin. Following this launch, the firm promptly filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to convert the trust into a spot exchange-traded fund (ETF).
UPDATE: That was FAST. @Grayscale launched a DOGE trust earlier today and they just filed a 19b-4 to convert it into an ETF pic.twitter.com/IU64NeiPsY
The move syncs with Grayscale’s push to expand its crypto offerings. Recall that the company made similar moves with Bitcoin and Ethereum, filing to convert its BTC and ETH Trusts to ETFs with the SEC. Interestingly, Grayscale also recently carried out these steps with its XRP Trust.
Notably, the Grayscale Dogecoin Trust will track Dogecoin’s market price, presenting investors with a regulated avenue to gain exposure to the meme coin without direct ownership. Currently, the trust is available for subscription to eligible accredited investors and will transform to an ETF following the SEC’s approval.
Dogecoin Price if Its ETFs Attract 50% of Bitcoin ETF Inflows
This filing is one of several efforts from different assets managers to introduce Dogecoin ETFs. Should these products see the light of day, they could attract more institutional capital into the Dogecoin market, impacting DOGE price positively.
For context, this trend played out with Bitcoin, with the sustained flows into Bitcoin ETFs pushing the BTC price to a new all-time high before a halving event for the first time ever. Specifically, these Bitcoin ETF products have recorded $40.5 billion in capital inflows since they launched in January 2024.
Notably, if Dogecoin ETFs witness only 50% of these inflows, this could have massive implications for prices. Particularly, 50% of the Bitcoin ETF inflows amounts to $20.25 billion. Applying the BoA 118x inflow-to-valuation multiplier leads to an additional market cap of $2.39 trillion for DOGE.
Meanwhile, market data confirms that Dogecoin currently boasts a market cap of $47.6 billion. An addition of $2.39 trillion would lead to a total valuation of $2.86 trillion. Now, considering Dogecoin’s circulating supply of 147.8 billion, a $2.86 trillion market cap translates to a price of $19.34. This would mark a 5,895% increase from the current price of $0.3226.
However, it bears mentioning that there is no guarantee that Dogecoin ETFs would record such a substantial amount of capital. For instance, Ethereum ETFs have only seen $2.76 billion inflows despite existing since July 2024.
Dogecoin ETF Race Heating Up
Nonetheless, the ETF race for Dogecoin appears to be heating up. In a related development, Bitwise also filed an S-1 form with the SEC to establish a Dogecoin ETF.
Notably, Wintermute, a prominent crypto market maker, had earlier predicted that a major asset manager would launch a meme coin ETF in 2025, with Dogecoin being the likely candidate. This forecast has now materialized with Grayscale’s recent filing.
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With the help of a range of experts, we reveal the potential giveaways – plus the foods that can help.
Do keep in mind though that some of these problems could be triggered by deeper-rooted issues, so always speak to your GP.
Insomnia, diarrhoea, fatigue
Could be caused by a magnesium deficiency
The mineral magnesium is needed for countless processes within the body.
It supports the nervous system, muscle movement, bones and teeth, and research published in Biological Trace Element Research has even found it to help with sleep.
You can help combat these issues by increasing your intake of magnesium-rich foods like nuts and seeds, beans and lentils, wholegrain cereals and wholemeal bread, leafy green vegetables like spinach, milk and yoghurt, she adds.
You could also try a supplement, available in most pharmacies and supermarkets.
The NHS recommends adult men get 300mg a day, and women get 270mg.
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Adult men need about 9.5mg a day, while it’s 7mg for women, the NHS says.
Mild to moderate deficiency in the mineral may cause low appetite, rough skin, and you might even find foods taste different to normal, according to nutritionist Dr Pamela Mason, adviser to ADACT Medical.
“Signs can also include male hypogonadism, where the testes produce few or no sex hormones which reduces libido, mental lethargy, and delayed wound healing,” she says.
More seriously, it can result in hair loss, diarrhoea, the skin condition dermatitis, which causes swelling and irritation, and infections due to an impaired immune system, she adds.
Zinc is famously found in oysters and red meat, however there are cheaper alternatives to increasing your intake.
Try liver, egg yolks, dairy, wholegrain cereals, and lentils, or a supplement.
High cholesterol, anaemia, tired all the time
Could be caused by a copper deficiency
Copper supports the immune system and iron absorption, so a deficiency increases your chances of iron deficiency anaemia.
This can cause tiredness, shortness of breath, noticeable heartbeats, paler skin, and headaches, the NHS says.
But copper is also needed for bone growth, nerve function, and energy release, as well as skin and hair pigmentation, Dr Mason says.
While “quite rare”, even a small deficiency in the mineral can cause problems, such as elevated cholesterol levels, she adds.
Thankfully, copper is found in plenty of foods, including wholegrain products, liver, most seafood, dried beans and peas.
“Tap water is a good source of copper too,” Dr Mason adds.
You should be able to get all the copper you need – 1.2mg per day for adults – from your daily diet.
Top 10 nutrients for men and women
These are the best nutrients for men, where to find them, and how they can help:
Omega-3 (oily fish, nuts and seeds): For a healthy brain and joints
Vitamin D (oily fish, red meat, egg yolks): Aids healthy bones, teeth and muscles
B12 (meat, dairy, fortified cereals): For energy levels
Zinc (oysters, red meat, lentils): To boost sex life
You might associate calcium with bones, teeth and nails, and increase your dairy intake when you spot the classic white spots on your nails.
However, the mineral also plays a role in the health of your muscles, including the heart, Dr Derbyshire says.
“Long-term calcium deficiency leads to osteoporosis, muscle aches, pains, twitching, spasms and cramps, rickets (in children), osteomalacia (softening of bones), heart disorders, brittle nails and insomnia,” she adds.
Up your calcium intake by eating more dairy products, as well as canned fish such as sardines, dark green leafy vegetables, white and brown bread, sesame seeds, and pulses.
Can’t eat dairy? Dr Derbyshire recommends a calcium supplement combined with vitamin D, as the two nutrients work together to “ensure normal bone growth”.
No matter your dietary preferences, we should all be taking in about 700mg of calcium per day, according to NHS guidelines.
Brittle nails, itchy skin, exhaustion
Could be caused by an iron deficiency
Iron is important for making red blood cells, which carry oxygen around the body.
Men need about 8.7mg a day, while women aged 19 to 49 need 14.8mg, dropping to 8.7mg after the age of 50.
Deficiency is far more common in women. Research by HSIS found 49 per cent of 11- to 18-year-old girls and 25 per cent of adult women have intakes below the recommended level.
But it’s important to rectify this quickly, as iron is essential for energy; without it, you can feel exhausted.
Iodine deficiency may lead to an underactive thyroid, which can cause tiredness, muscle weakness and sudden weight gain
Dr Emma DerbyshireNutritionist
Other symptoms of iron deficiency include anaemia, concave and brittle nails, a sore tongue, cracking in the corners of the mouth, skin itching, dizziness, headaches, insomnia, brittle hair, and hair loss, according to Dr Derbyshire.
Animal products like liver, kidneys, heart, red meat, sardines, chicken and eggs contain the highest levels of iron.
But it is also found in wholegrain and fortified cereals, spinach and other leafy green vegetables.
To improve the absorption of iron from plants, eat vitamin C-rich foods at the same time, such as citrus fruits, broccoli and potatoes, Dr Derbyshire adds.
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Constipation, gum disease, bone pain
Could be caused by a vitamin D deficiency
For strong bones and teeth, as well as a healthy immune system, vitamin D is vital.
“It’s also important for muscle and heart function,” Dr Derbyshire says.
Not getting enough can result in bone pain, poor growth and deformities, osteoporosis, gum disease, muscle weakness, and constipation.
The main source of vitamin D is the sun, so the NHS recommends all Brits take a daily supplement containing 10micrograms during winter.
Food sources are also useful; tuck into oily fish, egg yolks, fortified margarine, and full fat dairy products.
Weight gain, tiredness, breast pain
Could be caused by an iodine deficiency
It receives little attention, but iodine is essential for healthy skin and brain development, Dr Derbyshire says.
Plus, it’s used to form thyroid hormones, “which regulate metabolic rate” – the minimum number of calories your body needs to function at a basic level.
“Iodine deficiency may lead to an underactive thyroid,” the doctor adds.
“Symptoms of this include tiredness, muscle weakness, breast pain, and sudden or unexplained weight gain.
“Another classic deficiency sign is goitre, an enlargement of the thyroid gland in the neck.”
Boost your iodine intake by tucking into shellfish, seaweed, sea salt, iodised salt, and dairy produce.
Adults need 140micrograms of iodine a day, though most of us should be able to get this by eating a varied and balanced diet.
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Most people can get the nutrients they need from a balanced diet, but supplements can helpCredit: Getty
Trouble concentrating, sore tongue, mood changes
Could be caused by a vitamin B12 deficiency
For healthy energy levels and functioning immune and nervous systems, it’s important to get enough B12 – about 1.5micrograms daily.
Without it, many people experience mood changes, a sore tongue, fatigue, weakness, and a lack of concentration, Dr Mason says – and your risk of these problems only increases with age.
“It can be caused by a diet lacking in vitamin B12, such one with no or low amounts of animal products, or due to malabsorption caused by conditions like Crohn’s disease and coeliac disease,” she adds.
“Some medications may also compromise B12 absorption.”
You can find B12 in meat, liver, kidney, poultry, fish, eggs, dairy, and fortified breakfast cereals.
A supplement can help if a deficiency is due to dietary reasons. If you believe you have a deficiency due to medications or a malabsorption condition or medication, check in with your GP.
How to get your vitamin and mineral levels checked
The first step in testing for a vitamin or mineral deficiency is usually a blood test.
These can be carried out at your NHS GP surgery, or there are at-home finger prick tests available to buy in pharmacies that you can do at home.
Depending on your results, you may need further tests, or recommended supplements.
If a deficiency is identified, your doctor can help determine the best treatment.
XRP is currently down by more than six percent and has dipped below the crucial $3 mark. Since the December swing low, XRP had been steadily moving upwards. However, the price has now hit a reverse and is testing support levels below $3. While the next move is still pending, analysts are optimistic that XRP is gearing up for another bullish phase.
XRP’s Current Market Structure:
According to Elliot Wave analysis, XRP’s price movement has shown an impulsive upward pattern, with pullbacks appearing corrective in nature. This suggests that a potential third wave of upward movement could soon unfold. The current price structure indicates that XRP might be positioned for a breakout. A critical support level to watch is $2.76, which is key for maintaining the bullish trend on smaller time frames.
Key Resistance and Support Levels:
The larger market pattern, which completed a correction in mid-January, sets the stage for a possible five-wave upward move. However, a breakout above the previous high at $3.40 is essential to confirm the continuation of the bullish trend.
If XRP fails to break above this level, the market could experience a test of lower support levels between $2.51 and $2.68. In this case, the overall market structure may need to be adjusted.
Despite the uncertainty, the market sentiment remains largely optimistic, especially if XRP manages to break past the resistance at $3.40. The next major targets for XRP, if the bullish momentum continues, are $4.20 and potentially $5. Overall, XRP is showing promise, with many traders preparing for a potential breakout in the coming weeks.
