Margaret AtwoodThese things sneak up on him for no reason, these flashes of irrational happiness. It's probably a vitamin deficiency.
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There are not many things that sneak up on you without reason. However, when they do, you are likely to be disappointed. Either way, it is hard to ignore the shadow of these happy moments. They creep up without warning, catching you off guard.
These shadows are, in fact, vitamin deficiency. You are not getting enough of these nutrients in your diet or through your regular exercise routine.
Source: Oryx And Crake
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