Vitamin D is well known for helping increase calcium absorption, but
did you know that vitamin D is important for many other things, as well.
Vitamin
D can be obtained in two ways. One is from sun exposure and the other
is from diet. Vitamin D from sun exposure is formed in the skin when it
is exposed to sunlight (particularly UVB rays), with no sunscreen or
other interference. Those with darker skin routinely absorb less vitamin
D from sun exposure. Whether it comes from food or from exposure to
sunlight, vitamin D can not be utilized by the body until the liver and
then kidneys have processed it into a usable form.
Vitamin
D has been shown to aid in the reduction of cancer, regulate mood,
reduce inflammation, supress autoimmune disease, and boost the immune
system.
There is concern that people who suffer from
cardiovascular events in the winter time may be low in vitamin D, and
when levels are below 34ng/ml the risk of cardiovascular disease has
been shown to be twice as high. Vitamin D may also be beneficial in
reducing high blood pressure as well.
In type 2
diabetes, managing vitamin D levels can improve insulin sensitivity by
21%. If you compare that to metformin, which only raises insulin
sensitivity by 13%, vitamin D seems like the better and safer option.
Other conditions that may benefit from optimal levels of vitamin D are:
Osteoarthritis
Multiple Sclerosis
Enhance Insulin and Leptin Sensitivity
Prevention of Type 1 Diabetes
Depression
Epilepsy
Migraine Headaches
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Musculoskeletal Pain
Autoimmune and Inflammatory Conditions
Cancer Prevention and Treatment
The optimal level for a healthy adult is between 50-80 ng/mL
A blood test to determine your level of Vitamin D $39.00.
There
is a link between Lung function and Osteoporosis. Often people with
COPD also have osteopenia, which is the beginning stage of osteoporosis.
Take advantage of our special price to ensure that your health is at
its best this winter.
Monday, January 6, 2014
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