Vitamin D, a fat soluble vitamin, is important for several body functions, including heart activity. The human body needs 25-hydroxy vitamin D between 20 and 40 ng/mL to function properly and vitamin D levels less than this can affect the major organ systems of the body.When the body does not have enough Vitamin D to…
Vitamin D, often called the “sunshine vitamin,” plays a vital role in maintaining bone health, supporting immune function, and regulating calcium and phosphorus levels in the body. While it’s an essential nutrient, improper intake of vitamin D can lead to serious health issues. Self-diagnosing vitamin D deficiency and taking supplements without testing can lead to…
Vitamin D deficiency can silently affect well-being and for many, symptoms are often not noticeable in the beginning, till they start affecting the daily routine. According to the National Institutes of Health, around 1 in 4 US adults are deficient in this sunshine Vitamin. While many are aware of the recommended daily allowance of Vitamin…
You must have definitely heard of vitamin D deficiency, which means the lack of the essential vitamin, vitamin D in the body; but have you ever come across the term vitamin D toxicity? For those who consume vitamin D supplements regularly, a basic knowledge of vitamin D toxicity is extremely important to avoid the health…
Surprisingly a high percentage of the population suffers from vitamin D deficiency, despite India’s abundant sunlight. This arises from a number of factors including lifestyle choices, environmental reasons and habits. Exposure to sunlight is vital because it enables the skin to produce vitamin D, a nutrient essential for strong bones, a robust immune system, and…
