White Spots on the Skin: Which Vitamin Deficiencies Could Be the Cause?

isolated white patches.

A balanced diet containing vegetables, fruits, whole grains, legumes, nuts, seeds, dairy products, or appropriately fortified alternatives can help provide the nutrients needed for healthy skin.

Other Causes to Consider

Although nutritional deficiencies can sometimes contribute to changes in skin appearance, white spots have many other possible causes.

For example, vitiligo is an autoimmune condition that causes areas of skin to lose pigment. Tinea versicolor, a common fungal skin condition, can also cause lighter or darker patches, particularly on the chest, back, and shoulders.

Other conditions, including