Vitamin D-The Sunshine Mega Vitamin
Researchers have been discovering the importance of this vitamin more and more! Studies have been linking vitamin D deficiency to multiple diseases and disorders. Thank you Dr. Josh Axe for this information I am sharing with you.Chronic Diseases Fueled by Vitamin D Deficiency:
Alzheimer’s disease
Asthma
Autism
Cancer
Cavities
Cold & Flu
Cystic fibrosis
Dementia
Depression
Diabetes 1 and 2
Eczema & Psoriasis
Hearing loss
Heart disease
Hypertension
Infertility
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Insomnia
Macular degeneration
Migraines
Multiple Sclerosis Crohn’s disease
Muscle pain
Obesity
Osteoporosis
Periodontal disease
Pre eclampsia
Rheumatoid arthritis
Schizophrenia
Seizures
Septicemia
Signs of aging
Tuberculosis
What isn't on this list, right?!?!?!
In a recent study, researchers at the Mayo Clinic found that leukemia patients with low levels of vitamin D at their diagnosis were twice as likely to die and progressed at a faster rate than those with adequate vitamin D levels. They also discovered trends revealing that higher levels of vitamin D matched with longer survival times and decreased progression of the disease.
D. Alexander Parker, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Epidemiology and Urology at Mayo Clinic in Florida, suggests that one-quarter of Americans suffer from low levels of Vitamin D.
In fact according to data obtained by the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey 7.6 million children across the USA were vitamin D deficient. This is defined as less than 15ng/ml of blood.
The Importance of Vitamin D
Vitamin D is important for bone health as well as reducing the risk of heart disease, diabetes and some types of cancer. It is vital for the absorption and metabolism of calcium and phosphorus. In addition it has been found to:
-Regulate and support the immune system
-Maintain healthy body weight
-Reduce the risk of developing multiple sclerosis
-Maintaining brain function as you age
-Reduce severity and frequency of asthma symptoms
-Reduce the risk of developing rheumatoid arthritis in women
4 Best Food Sources for Vitamin D3
1. Wild caught salmon (and other fatty fish like tuna, mackerel and sardines. NOT tilapia)2. Raw dairy like cheese and yogurt
3. Organic, cage free, vegetarian fed eggs (eat the WHOLE egg! Yolk too!)
4. Mushrooms
What’s the Best Time of Day for Vitamin D?
The best time of day to get sunlight exposure for vitamin D is noon.
It’s essential to know and maintain healthy levels of vitamin d to protect against disease and disability later in life. For this reason, it’s important to get proper testing to know your levels of vitamin D.
Supplementation is critical especially here in the Midwest! As an adult woman I take 5,000 IUS a day. I would encourage you to go to the doctor and get your vitamin D levels tested to see if you need a higher dosage! (simple blood test) When looking for a vitamin D supplement make sure it comes from a whole food source. I sell a wonderful brand that is organic, raw, vegetarian, and gluten-free! Please contact me if you would like to order. I will be placing an order this week! 712.790.5883 or Jackie@OptimumWellnessMN.com
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Copyright, 2013, Jackie Mart. For further information about this blog, or Optimum Wellness LLC, contact Jackie Mart at 712.790.5883 or Jackie@OptimumWellnessMN.com. As a holistic nutrition and lifestyle coach, I will support you in taking steps to a healthier and happier you. My goal is to help you create an art of balance in your life. You will also learn how important balance between primary foods (relationships, physical activity, sleep, career and spirituality) and secondary foods (organic food and whole food) is.
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