The Importance of Vitamin D3

May 9, 2023/Michael Austin

The Importance of Vitamin D3

For decades, scientists have shown that Vitamin D is one of the essential vitamins we humans need for our immune systems and bones. In fact, some say it is the most important fat-soluble vitamin that our bodies need every day.

Vitamin D is not only found in the foods and supplements we take; it’s so important that our bodies can make it on its own with sunlight exposure. However, we’re not outside with exposed skin as much as we used to be.

This means many people are deficient. Here’s how you can raise your levels of Vitamin D and why it’s important.

Symptoms of Vitamin D Deficiency

In the U.S., it is estimated that some 45% of the population is deficient in this crucial vitamin. Part of this is because very few foods contain Vitamin D and we don’t get enough sun exposure because of modern lifestyles.
Vitamin D levels depend on factors such as the amount of sunlight, using sunscreen, skin pigment color, diet, age, weight, and certain metabolic issues.
Some symptoms of Vitamin D deficiency include:

Excessive sweating
Aching bones and joints
Muscle pain
Chronic pain
Fibromyalgia
Frequent colds and flu
Unusual fatigue
Cuts or bruises that take a long time to heal
Increased hair loss
Feelings of sadness or depression

Foods Rich in Vitamin D

Eating foods rich in Vitamin D can help you boost your levels when you cannot get enough sun exposure. Foods rich in Vitamin D include:

Fish such as salmon, herring, tuna, and sardines
Oysters and shrimp
Soy milk
Orange juice
Egg yolks
Cod liver oil
Beef liver
Cheese
Mushrooms
Fortified cereals

Vitamin D is a common vitamin in fortified foods, but many fortified foods are also unhealthy in the long run.

How Much Vitamin D Do I Need Through Supplements?

You’ll find two kinds of supplements on the market, Vitamin D2 (ergocalciferol) or pre-Vitamin D and Vitamin D3 (Cholecalciferol). The more important one is D3, which is just called Vitamin D by most doctors.
The recommended daily amount of Vitamin D, according to the National Institutes of Health (NIH) are:

Infants 0 to 12 months – 400 to 1,000 IU Daily
Children 1 to 18 years – 600 to 1,000 IU Daily
Adults 19 to 70 years – 600 to 2,000 IUs daily

The numbers have a range since our bodies make different amounts of natural Vitamin D depending on our lifestyle. Most supplements for daily use range from 500 to 5000 IU, but some go much higher.

Can I Take Too Much Vitamin D?

High dose Vitamin D is needed for people with a deficiency, but you must be careful about taking higher doses for a long time. Since Vitamin D is fat soluble, it is possible to take too much Vitamin D by taking high doses for a few weeks.

If you suspect you are deficient, a simple blood test from your doctor can determine your current levels. If you are deficient, talk with your doctor about how much to take to normalize your levels. A monthly blood test can make sure your body isn’t storing too much.

A healthy range for Vitamin D is 30-100 nanograms per milliliter. While over 30 will prevent deficiency symptoms, you may need to raise them to 60-80 to give your body enough for optimal health.

Fortunately, if your test says you’re too high, it’s easy to stop taking supplements and let your body use up the excess.
Always talk to your doctor about taking any supplements.

What Are The Potential Benefits of Taking a Daily Vitamin D Supplement?

Vitamin D controls an amazing amount of things in your body. Some of the possible benefits of Vitamin D include:

Can promote healthy bones by preventing bone brittleness.
May reduces the risk of osteoporosis and osteoarthritis.
May improves muscle function.
May improves sleep.
May lower blood pressure and supports good cardiovascular health.
May support the function of the endothelium, or inner lining of blood vessels, which helps regulate blood flow and slows atherosclerosis.
May help optimize body weight.
May improve our immune system.
May reduce inflammation and regulates cell growth.
May reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease, Alzheimer’s disease, diabetes, and certain types of cancer.

Studies on Vitamin D

According to the National Cancer Institute, women with a Vitamin D deficiency had a 50% higher risk of developing breast cancer than those with higher levels of Vitamin D intake.

According to Dr. Nancy Munoz, Chief of Food and Nutrition Services at Southern Nevada VA Healthcare System in Las Vegas, and other researchers, Vitamin D3 can positively affect both blood glucose and cholesterol levels and stabilize them. This is especially important for adults who have diabetes or show signs of prediabetes.

Psychologists have found that Vitamin D acts as a hormone and can help. According to an article in Psychology Today, Vitamin D releases neurotransmitters such as dopamine and serotonin. Both are crucial in mood regulation and reducing some forms of depression.

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Disclaimer: The statements made in this blog have not been evaluated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Please note that all information provided on this website is not intended to recommend, diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any medical condition or to replace the advice of a doctor or other qualified healthcare professional. Do not exceed the recommended dose of this or any other Sir Jason Winters product. Keep all dietary supplements out of the reach of children.

Resources

Institute of Medicine (U.S.) Committee to Review Dietary Reference Intakes for Vitamin D and Calcium. Dietary Reference Intakes for Calcium and Vitamin D. Edited by A. Catharine Ross et al. PubMed, Washington (D.C.), National Academies Press (U.S.), 2011, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK56070. Web.

Ma, Lybi. “Vitamin D: Is It a Worthwhile Supplement?” | Psychology Today.” Www.psychologytoday.com, 17 Sept. 2019, www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/evidence-based-living/201909/vitamin-d-is-it-worthwhile-supplement. Web.

Mindell, Earl, and Hester Mundis. Earl Mindell’s New Vitamin Bible. New York: Grand Central Life & Style, 2011. Print.

Mitri, Joanna, and Anastassios G. Pittas. “Vitamin D and Diabetes.” Endocrinology and Metabolism Clinics of North America, vol. 43, no. 1, Mar. 2014, pp. 205–232, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ecl.2013.09.010.

Nair, Rathish, and Arun Maseeh. “Vitamin D: The “Sunshine” Vitamin.” Journal of Pharmacology & Pharmacotherapeutics, vol. 3, no. 2, 2012, pp. 118–26, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3356951/, https://doi.org/10.4103/0976-500X.95506.

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Michael Austin

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