7 Signs of Vitamin D Deficiency NOT to Ignore

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Almost half of the U.S. population suffers from vitamin D deficiency and many people aren’t even aware of the warning signs. The proper amount of vitamin D gives you an edge of almost an 80% reduction in risk of developing breast cancer, colon cancer, prostate cancer and other diseases.

Before developing any of these disastrous illnesses, there are physical symptoms that can signal that you have a problem which needs to be addressed by normalizing your vitamin D blood level.

It’s actually not that hard to find out if your vitamin D level is adequate. You can order on online home test kit and do it yourself. Or, you can ask you doctor to order a lab test done. It’s really quite easy. The Vitamin D Council recommends that taking 5, 000 I.U. a day is a safe amount for just about anybody to maintain good health. They also state that vitamin D3 is the best kind of supplement to take.

Most Common Symptoms of Vitamin D Deficiency

If you’re experiencing the following symptoms, you may be low in vitamin D:

1. Sweaty Head – Yes, you heard that right! If your head often sweats for no apparent reason, this is a classic sign of low D. In fact, this particular symptom is the way pediatricians can tell if a newborn may have a vitmain D deficiency.

2. Exhaustion – Constant exhaustion that cannot be attributed to anything else is another important sign. Those who have been diagnosed with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome generally are low in vitamin D as well.

3. Depression – Studies have shown that many people experience mild to moderate depression and the link to the depressed feelings is a physical reaction a vitamin D deficiency. Normalizing your vitamin D levels can sometimes significantly lift depressive feelings.

4. Muscle Weakness – Researchers at Harvard have found that, especially for those over 60, low D can cause weakness in the muscles. Muscle weakness caused by the lack of this vitamin will often go away by simply taking the recommended dosage of vitamin D3 for six months, the Western Journal of Medicine reports.

5. Aching Joints and Bones – A very common symptom of vitamin D deficiency is having nonspecific bone and joint aches. Since calcium is not easily absorbed into the body without adequate vitamin D, the skeletal system can suffer from the deficiency. This causes aching and pains in the bones that can be remedied by taking adequate amounts of the vitamin. As an added plus, adequate levels of D in the body also deter tooth decay.

6. Dark Skinned – If you’re dark skinned, you have more chance of becoming vitamin D deficient. Dark skin is a natural sunscreen and blocks sun-activated vitamin D from absorbing in your body. The best way to make sure you get enough is to take a high quality supplement.

7. Constant Health Issues – If you’re just always getting sick with one or another problem, this is a good indication that you may be suffering from vitamin D deficiency. Immunity is affected and the ability to fight off illnesses is dramatically lessened. Overall good health can be improved by taking proper amounts of D3. Some people have seen a marked difference in their health from one year to the next when they get their blood level normalized with vitamin D3.

Vitamin D is a critical nutrient that the body needs to prevent illness, maintin good health and fight diseases when they occur. Make sure that you do not suffer from a vitamin D deficiency in order to enjoy better health, anti-aging benefits and disease prevention.

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References:

Am I Deficient in Vitamin D?

Arthritis Foundation

Natural News

P. S. Orr
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