Brain & Mood Health
Some studies have even shown that vitamin D deficiency could be associated with a higher risk of developing conditions like schizophrenia. Further research has also found that vitamin D status may also influence depression, anxiety, seasonal affective disorder and insomnia.
Getting enough vitamin D may also bump up brainpower as well. One study published in The American Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry even reported that lower levels of vitamin D may be linked with poor performance on standardized exams, difficulties with attention and focus as well as impaired decision making.

Stay Immune 
Low levels of vitamin D may be the main reason for many immune problems and infections. Vitamin D aids in cell replication and is thought to help protect against the development of autoimmune conditions and infections like the cold.
Vitamin D may also help prevent prolonged inflammation, which is often considered to be at the root of many chronic conditions and health problems. Studies show that inflammation may play a part in heart disease, diabetes and cancer along with a wide range of inflammatory conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, lupus and inflammatory bowel disease.

Bone Support
Vitamin D supports bone density. A severe Vitamin D deficiency example is rickets, a condition that affects children and is characterized by bone abnormalities and reduced bone mineral density. Although rickets is incredibly rare these days, other bone-related disorders such as osteoporosis are still very common. Not only has vitamin D deficiency been linked to an increased risk of osteoporosis, but it’s also been tied to decreased bone mineral density and a higher risk of fractures in older adults.

Lungs & Respiratory Health
The understanding of Vitamin D metabolism and biological effects has increased so much in recent years, it’s clear Vitamin D has extensive immunomodulatory effects. The active Vitamin D generating enzyme, 1α-hydroxylase, is expressed by the airway epithelium, alveolar macrophages, dendritic cells, and lymphocytes indicating that active Vitamin D can be produced locally within the lungs. Vitamin D generated in tissues is responsible for many of the immunomodulatory actions of Vitamin D.

The effects of Vitamin D within the lungs include increased secretion of the antimicrobial peptide cathelicidin, decreased chemokine production, inhibition of dendritic cell activation, and alteration of T-cell activation. These cellular effects are important for host responses against infection and the development of allergic lung diseases like asthma. Epidemiological studies do suggest that Vitamin D deficiency predisposes to viral respiratory tract infections and mycobacterial infections and that Vitamin D may play a role in the development and treatment of asthma. Randomised, placebo-controlled trials are lacking but ongoing.

Fighting Tooth & Nail
Our teeth’s enamel (the barrier protecting your teeth) is mainly made up of calcium and phosphate, Vitamin D plays an important role by increasing the absorption of the calcium and phosphate from foods. Getting Vitamin D by the sun or by supplement you keep your enamel strong and help fight the bacteria responsible for dental caries among other dental health issues.

Continuing research on Vitamin D’s effect on the heart show deficiency as a risk factor for major heart problems and the conditions associated with cardiovascular issues, such as high blood pressure and diabetes. Dr Erin Michos, Assistant Professor of Medicine at Johns Hopkins Hospital in the Division of Cardiology, examined and contributed a great deal of data on Vitamin D deficiency and the heart, including a study published in the Archives of Internal Medicine. She stops short, however, of stating that raising Vitamin D levels lowers the risk of cardiovascular disease. “Now that we have identified this risk factor for heart disease, the question is, if you’re deficient and I give you Vitamin D back, can I actually prevent a heart attack?” Dr Michos believes that question will be answered more conclusively by large clinical trials.

Having trouble shedding stubborn belly fat even with diet and exercise?, Now might be the time to consider Vitamin D to make sure you’re meeting your daily needs.

Research suggests that there may be a connection between obesity and D3 deficiency, with some studies even showing that getting enough of this key vitamin could also aid in weight loss.

One study showed that women who met their requirements for vitamin D lost 7ibs more than a placebo group over a one-year period. Meanwhile, another study showed that having a higher amount of body fat was associated with lower levels of vitamin D in the blood.

However, it’s still unclear whether obesity may increase the risk of vitamin D deficiency or if obesity may contribute to low vitamin D status. More research is still needed to understand the complex role that vitamin D may play in weight control..

The important factor when it comes to vitamin D is your serum level, which should ideally be between 50-70 ng/ml year-round, and the only way to determine this is with a blood test.

Healthy sun exposure is the preferred method, but this Vitamin D3 supplement can be used when necessary.

Most adults need about 8,000 IU’s of Vitamin D per day to achieve optimal serum levels. If you choose to take our Vitamin D3 supplement, make sure you’re getting enough Vitamin K2.

Fermented vegetables can be a great source of vitamin K2 if you ferment your own using the proper starter culture. Gouda and Edam cheese are also good sources.

Some Vitamin K2 rich foods: Spinach, Swiss Chard, Turnip Greens, Mustard Greens, Brussels Sprouts, Parsley, Romaine Lettuce, Broccoli.

Asparagus, Collard Greens, Celery, Green Beans, Leeks, Cabbage, Basil, Thyme, Sage, Kale.

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