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Vitamin D is well known for helping increase calcium absorbtion, 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 $58.00, but if you decide to have it tested before the end of December 2011, you can use our special and do a Bone Density test, Spirometer and Vitamin D test for $75.00.
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