Signs you need more vitamin D

No. 1: You're tired.

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In a Nutshell Not so fun fact: Vitamin D is one of the most common nutritional deficiencies worldwide. For example, in the United States alone, about 40% of folks are deficient. And your risk increases depending on certain factors, like having darker skin, using some medications, or living with certain health conditions. 👀 If you're deficient, why should you care? And can you even tell without getting a blood test? Scroll down to find out. Before we get into that, check out these health stories: • 6 smoothies packed with constipation-fighting foods • What causes dark circles under your eyes? • Different colors of phlegm explained Be well, Morgan Mandriota Newsletter Editor, Healthline

Written by Morgan Mandriota February 7, 2024 • 2 min read

what's got us buzzing Common symptoms of a vitamin D deficiency Our bodies naturally make vitamin D from cholesterol when our skin is exposed to sunlight. Having enough of this "sunshine vitamin" can help protect us by reducing the risk of heart disease, regulating calcium absorption, and making sure our immune system is functioning A-OK … all really important stuff. Here are some sneaky symptoms you might experience if your D levels are low: frequent illness or infection fatigue back and muscle pain anxiety and depression slow wound healing bone and hair loss weight gain Any of these sound familiar? Consider seeing a doctor to chat about your health and take a blood test. If you're deficient, don't worry! There are plenty of ways to boost your vitamin D levels. If your deficiency is severe, a doctor may recommend a strong prescription or specific daily dosage. Or you could try sitting in the sunlight more often, eating vitamin D-rich foods, and even taking your supplement at the optimal time! ways to get more vitamin D

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