9 Reasons Why You Bruise Easily

While everyone bruises once in a while, if you bruise easily an underlying issue could be to blame. Everything from pale skin to straining during exercise to nutrient deficiencies may play a role.

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• Your skin bruises more easily as you get older; straining during exercise, certain medications and underlying medical conditions may also make you bruise easily

• A deficiency in bioflavonoids and vitamin C may contribute to easy bruising

• If you bruise easily, eat more vegetables and fruits and consider a rutin bioflavonoid supplement

• Your d…