what might an alcoholic be deficient in?
Alcoholics are often deficient in vitamin D, which can lead to osteoporosis. Photo Credit Bottle with beer beer on a white reflecting surface image by Alexander Oshvintsev from Fotolia.com. Drinking too much alcohol can contribute to a vitamin D deficiency. A vitamin D deficiency can lead to serious health problems that affect the bones. A healthy diet that includes foods rich in vitamin D can improve and prevent a vitamin D deficiency. In some cases, vitamin D supplements may also be warranted.