Unexplained bruises? Here’s what your body might be trying to tell you.

Bruises, or hematomas, appear when a small blood vessel (capillary) breaks under the skin. The blood seeps into the surrounding tissues, creating this characteristic coloration, initially blue or purple, which turns green, then yellow before disappearing naturally.

But when these marks become frequent, very visible, or slow to heal, it may be helpful to investigate the cause.

Vitamin deficiencies: a subtle but revealing deficit.
A diet low in essential nutrients can weaken blood vessels. The vitamins most often implicated are: