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The Importance of Vitamin D: Are You Getting Enough?

Thursday, April 28th, 2022General, Men's Health, Nutrition, Safety, Women's Health

From arthritis to insulin to mood, Vitamin D plays an important role in your physical and
mental well-being.


“It’s estimated that about 75 percent of American teens and adults don’t get enough vitamin D, and studies suggest that this may play a role in several chronic diseases, including arthritis.” (Suszynski, 2012) Research has also shown that Vitamin D may play an important role in mood regulation and reducing the risk of depression. (Devje, 2022)

There are two ways to ensure that your body is getting enough Vitamin D, diet and exposure to the sun. It doesn’t take a lot of exposure to the sun to get what you need, and you should always practice sun safety.



Foods that contain Vitamin D:


  • Fish (salmon, sardines, herring, and canned tuna)
  • Cod liver oil
  • Beef liver
  • Egg yolk
  • Shrimp
  • Mushrooms
  • Milk that has been fortified
  • Some fortified cereals and oatmeal
  • Fortified orange juice

It is important to note that a medical professional must diagnose a Vitamin D deficiency, which requires a blood test. If you feel you may have a deficiency, talk to your care team for guidance. Dosing is also important, as Vitamin D is fat-soluble and can cause problems when too much is consumed. It can also interact negatively with certain medications; another reason to discuss this with your care team.



Signs of a possible deficiency:


  • Regular sickness or infection
  • Fatigue
  • Bone and back pain
  • Low mood
  • Impaired wound healing
  • Hair loss
  • Muscle pain




Benefits of Vitamin D include:


  • Promotes healthy bones and teeth
  • Supports immune, brain, and nervous system health
  • Supports diabetes management by regulating insulin levels
  • Supports cardiovascular health and lung function
  • Might play an important role in regulating mood
  • Calcium can only be absorbed by the body when Vitamin D is present





If you feel you may have a Vitamin D deficiency, talk to your doctor.





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Resources:
  • Devje, S. (2022, January 14). Vitamin D Benefits. Retrieved from Healthline: https://www.healthline.com/health/food-nutrition/benefits-vitamin-d
  • Staff, M. C. (2021, February 9). Vitamin D. Retrieved from Mayo Clinic: https://www.mayoclinic.org/drugs-supplements-vitamin-d/art-20363792
  • Suszynski, M. (2012, July 20). Arthritis and Vitamin D: Whats’s the Connection? Retrieved from Everyday Health: https://www.everydayhealth. com/arthritis/arthritis-and-vitamin-d-whats-the-connection.aspx
  • Ware, M. (2019, November 7). What are the health benefits of Vitamin D? Retrieved from Medical News Today: https://www.medicalnewstoday. com/articles/161618

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