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What is Vitamin D?<\/a>Symptoms<\/a>Vitamin D & COVID-19<\/a>FAQs<\/a><\/div>rnrn

Have you been experiencing body pain, mood swings, fatigue, headaches, or constipation?
\nThese could be signs of vitamin D deficiency. Read on to know more!<\/p>\n<\/div>rnrn

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Vitamin D is the “Sunshine Vitamin.”<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Watch on YouTube<\/a><\/lite-youtube>
Signs & Symptoms Of Vitamin D Deficiency<\/h5><\/div>rnrn

rnrnA study\n

National Library of Medicine<\/p>\n

The vitamin D epidemic and its health consequences<\/strong><\/p>\n

'Vitamin D deficiency is now recognized as an epidemic in the United States. The major source of vitamin D for both children and adults is from sensible sun exposure.'<\/em><\/p>\n

View in Article<\/a>\n <\/div>\n

\">[1]<\/sup><\/span> stated an epidemic of vitamin D insufficiency among Americans due to inadequate sun exposure.rnrn<\/p>\n<\/div>rnrn\n

What Is Vitamin D?<\/h2>\n rnrnThe human body produces vitamin D when directly exposed to the sun.rnrnIt is a vitamin responsible for many vital bodily functions. It regulates and absorbs calcium and phosphorus from the food during digestion.rnrn\"Sunlight---girlrnrn
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Did you know?<\/h3>

rnrnVitamin D is also known as the ‘Immunity Vitamin’ because it improves resistance to infections and diseases.rnrn<\/p>\n<\/div>rnrnAdequate vitamin D levels are necessary for the growth and development of bones and teeth. While most people associate signs of vitamin D deficiency with the elderly, you should not ignore the alerts at any age group.rnrn

rnrnAccording to studies\n

PubMed<\/p>\n

Prevalence and correlates of vitamin D deficiency in US adults<\/strong><\/p>\n

'The overall prevalence rate of vitamin D deficiency was 41.6%, with the highest rate seen in blacks (82.1%), followed by Hispanics (69.2%).'<\/em><\/p>\n

View in Article<\/a>\n <\/div>\n

\">[2]<\/sup><\/span>,u00a0about 41.6% of the American adult population has low vitamin D levels, which can cause serious health problems.”rnrn<\/p>\n<\/div>rnrn\n

Low Vitamin D Symptoms<\/h2>\n rnrn

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1) Chronic Muscle Pain<\/h3>\n

rnThis symptom usually goes unnoticed as most people complain of chronic fatigue instead of muscle weakness or muscle ache.rn<\/p>\n

2) Constant Back Aches<\/h3>\n

rnConstant back pain is another significant sign of low vitamin D levels.rnrn<\/p>\n<\/div>

rnrn\"Old-man-in-pain\"rnrn<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>rnrn

rnrnAccording to the National Institute of Health\n

National Institute of Health<\/p>\n

The Role of Vitamin D in the Aging Adult<\/strong><\/p>\n

'Approximately 10 million adults, over the age of 50, suffer from osteoporosis and 34 million have reduced bone mass, or osteopenia'<\/em><\/p>\n

View in Article<\/a>\n <\/div>\n

\">[3]<\/sup><\/span>, adults older than 50 years should have their vitamin D level checked at least once every one to two years due to risk factors for osteoporosis.rnrn<\/p>\n<\/div>rnrn

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3) Tooth Decay<\/h3>\n

rnAre your teeth decaying despite being brushed after every meal? This could indicate the body isn’t absorbing calcium.rnrnVitamin D is needed to absorb calcium. Without adequate vitamin D levels, signs of tooth decay might be noticeable.rnrn<\/p>\n<\/div>

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4) Low Energy<\/h3>\n

rnConstant exhaustion, even during daytime naps, could signify a vitamin D deficiency.rnrnIn addition, constant muscle fatigue or bone aches could drain your energy faster.rn<\/p>\n

5) Constipation<\/h3>\n

rnOne cause of constipation is not getting enough fiber in your diet, yet another reason can be low vitamin D levels.rnrn<\/p>\n<\/div>

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\"Headache---Girl\"<\/h3>\n

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6) Skin Conditions<\/h3>\n

rnInadequate levels of vitamin D can lead to several skin conditions and infections.rnrnSome of these skin conditions can also reduce the skin’s ability to make vitamin D in response to sunlight exposure. This will only worsen the skin condition.rnrn<\/p>\n

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rnrnSome studies show that older adults with darker skin are at high risk of vitamin D deficiency. \n

National Library Of Medicine<\/p>\n

The Role of Vitamin D in the Aging Adult<\/strong><\/p>\n

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View in Article<\/a>\n <\/div>\n

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7) Risk for Disease<\/h3>\n

rnAnother study\n

National Library of Health<\/p>\n

The Role of Vitamin D in the Aging Adult<\/strong><\/p>\n

'Epidemiologic evidence indicates an association between low levels of vitamin D and diseases associated with aging such as cognitive decline, depression, osteoporosis, cardiovascular disease, hypertension, type 2 diabetes, and cancer'<\/em><\/p>\n View in Article<\/a>\n <\/div>\n \">[5]<\/sup><\/span> found that people with lower vitamin D levels tend to have a higher risk of complications such as -rn<\/p>\n