Benefits of Vitamin D3

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Vitamin D has been shown to be beneficial for the bones, brain, hormone balance, cardiovascular, healthy pregnancy, metabolic function, immune system and more….. It is estimated that more than 42% of American adults are deficient….

 Even though this is a fat soluble vitamin studies have shown no signs of toxicity with supplementation above 40,000 IU/day…. Although vitamin D is called a “vitamin” it is not a really a vitamin at all. Vitamin D acts like a hormone in our bodies since the body can synthesize it from cholesterol after the skin is exposed to UVB rays from the sun.

 Vitamin D has been estimated to regulate up to 2000 genes, which is why it is so critical for many functions in our body. This regulation process of vitamin D is why vitamin D is linked to so many functions such as immune activity, pregnancy, cardiovascular, brain health, mental health, bone, and muscle health.  While most people only consider their bone health when thinking about vitamin D, once activated in the body vitamin D targets receptors to modulate blood sugar balance, regulate neurotransmitter balance and even act as an antioxidant.

Vitamin D levels decrease as we age, is affected by skin pigmentation, and geographical location such as those who live at higher latitudes. It is also decreased seasonal and by location and time of day which sunlight reaches the earth. It is important to test your levels to see they are optimal not just within range and that you are taking the correct dose and absorbing it.

Vitamin D through injection is available, as many people simply do not absorb enough orally to reach optimal levels.  Vitamin D is critical to have proper hormone balance. Make sure your levels are being checked. At THC we not only check hormone health but also vitamin and minerals along with a complete lab analysis of the body. Talk to us today about having a comprehensive functional medicine evaluation. t

Dr. Stephanie King

Dr. Stephanie King, FNP-C, APRN, DC
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