Benefits of Vitamin D

What is Vitamin D

Vitamin D is a fat soluble vitamin. An intersting fact is that, aside from ingestion, Vitamin D can be absorbed through sunlight. It is measured in IU (International Units).

What Vitamin D does

It helps the body utilize phosphorus and calcium effectively which in turn promotes healthy bones. Vitamin D can fight off colds beautifully when taken with Vitamin A and Vitamin C.

Signs of Vitamin D deficiency

Vitamin D is very necessary in the body. Severe problems can arise from not getting enough. Tooth decay, senile osteporis, ostemalacia, and rickets are common severe symptoms of Vitamin D deficiency.

Food containing Vitamin D

All dairy products are good sources of Vitamin D (especially milk). It is also found in many fish foods such as sardines, tuna, and salmon.

Taking Vitamin D

It can be taken in daily pill form by itself or as part of a multi-vitamin. 500 to 1,000 IU is the average dose for an adult. Taking 20,000 IU or more for days on end can produce toxic effects.

Inhibitors of Vitamin D

The only things that can truly deplete or counteract Vitamin D are smoke, smog, and oils derived from minerals.