Did you know that more than 50% of the population is deficient in Vitamin D with it effecting 90% of colored Americans and 70% of the elderly. This is alarming based on the vital role it plays in our health.

As winter approaches in the northeast, the use of protective sunscreen in the summer and limiting diets, we know that we are unable to receive enough vitamin D to be considered at a healthy level. Vitamin D, although known for its function for building strong bones and the prevention of osteoporosis, plays a much more important role in Skin Care and  preventing a number of chronic diseases, including heart disease, cancer, inflammation and autoimmune disease and depression. Vitamin D3 supplementation is the best way to be sure you have optimal levels. Did you know that Vitd3, must be taken with your fattest meal of the day, such as avocados, olive oil, or salmon? Taking Vitamin D3 first thing in the morning on an empty stomach cannot be absorbed properly as it is a fat-soluble vitamin. Our diet can provide Vitamin D if you are eating salmon, sardines, herring, tuna, egg yolks, mushrooms, castor oil and fortified foods with Vitamin D. If you eat these foods, you are doing well in obtaining your Vitamin D, but truly most people do not incorporate these foods into their daily Diet. Please do not be fooled by fortified foods with Vit D, as they may have added sugars and fats that are not beneficial. Labeling may be used for marketing, causing you to believe you are getting something healthier. Vitamin D is a unique and interesting vitamin. The term “Vitamin D” now refers to several different forms. The two forms important in humans are ergocalciferol (Vitamin D2) and cholecalciferol (Vitamin D3). Vitamin D2 is a synthetic form (man-made) and Vitamin D3 is the internal form that we make. It has been determined through numerous studies that D2 declines easily and taking D3 maintains higher blood levels. Research even suggests that Vitamin D2 is less effective than Vitamin D3 at raising blood levels of Vitamin D. The two forms of Vitamin D differ depending on their food sources. Vitamin D3 is only found in animal-sourced foods, whereas D2 comes from plant sources and fortified foods. Vitamin D2 is cheaper to produce, it is the most common form in fortified foods. Scientists have raised concerns that Vitamin D2 supplements might be lower quality than D3 supplements. In fact, studies suggest vitamin D2 is more sensitive to humidity and fluctuations in temperature. For this reason, Vitamin D2 supplements may be more likely to degrade over time. Vitamin D3 is essential in your overall wellbeing. Please be sure you ask your physician to check your Vitamin D levels. A good level that is recommended is a level between 30 and 50 mg/mL. Some say 20 mg, but recent research disagrees and 40 is optimal. This is a conversation to discuss with your medical provider who has expertise in nutritional values and is up to date with the newest data. I am a true believer in the role Vitamin D3 plays in my health, it is an essential in my daily regime.

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