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    Vitamin D - Health Professional Fact Sheet

    National Institutes of Health (NIH) (.gov)
    https://ods.od.nih.gov › factsheets › VitaminD-HealthPro...
    National Institutes of Health (NIH) (.gov)
    https://ods.od.nih.gov › factsheets › VitaminD-HealthPro...
    Jul 26, 2024 — Vitamin D (also referred to as calciferol) is a fat-soluble vitamin that is naturally present in a few foods, added to others, and available as a dietary ...
    ‎Sources of Vitamin D · ‎Groups at Risk of Vitamin D... · ‎Vitamin D and Health
    People also ask
    For what is vitamin D good for?
    Vitamin D helps regulate the amount of calcium and phosphate in the body. These nutrients are needed to keep bones, teeth and muscles healthy. A lack of vitamin D can lead to bone deformities such as rickets in children, and bone pain caused by a condition called osteomalacia in adults.

    Vitamin D - NHS

    NHS
    https://www.nhs.uk › conditions › vitamins-and-minerals
    NHS
    https://www.nhs.uk › conditions › vitamins-and-minerals
    What are the signs of low vitamin D?
    AI Overview
    Symptoms of Vitamin D Deficiency (Children and Adults)
    Signs of low vitamin D can include fatigue, muscle weakness, bone pain, hair loss, frequent illnesses, and mood changes like depression or irritability. 
    Here's a more detailed look at these potential signs:
    Common Symptoms:
    • Fatigue and Low Energy:
      Feeling tired or lacking energy, even after getting enough sleep, is a common sign. 
    • Muscle Weakness and Pain:
      Muscle aches, weakness, or cramps, especially in the legs and arms, can indicate low vitamin D levels. 
    • Bone Pain:
      Bone pain, particularly in the back, can be a symptom, as vitamin D is crucial for bone health. 
    • Hair Loss:
      Unexplained hair thinning or loss can be another sign, as vitamin D deficiency can weaken hair follicles. 
    • Frequent Illnesses:
      Vitamin D plays a role in the immune system, so frequent infections or prolonged recovery from illnesses could be a sign. 
    • Mood Changes:
      Low vitamin D levels can be associated with mood changes, including depression, anxiety, or irritability. 
    • Slow Wound Healing:
      Vitamin D is involved in skin repair, so if wounds take longer to heal, it could be a sign of deficiency. 
    • Loss of Appetite:
      Vitamin D helps regulate appetite hormones, so a deficiency could lead to a loss of appetite or unexplained weight loss. 
    • Weight Gain:
      Some studies suggest a link between low vitamin D levels and weight gain or obesity. 
    • How to Spot a Vitamin D Deficiency - UnityPoint Health
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    • Vitamin D Deficiency: Causes, Symptoms & Health Risks - WebMD
      Apr 10, 2024 — Vitamin D Deficiency FAQs ... The best way to increase your vitamin D levels is to get some sun on your face, hands, a...
      WebMD
    • 9 vitamin D deficiency symptoms (and 11 high vitamin D foods) | Nebraska Medicine Omaha, NE
      Jul 19, 2022
      Nebraska Medicine
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      Jun 3, 2024 — Signs of vitamin D insufficiency include: Fatigue. Poor sleep. Depression or feelings of sadness. Hair loss. Muscle wea...
      Norton Healthcare
    • 6 telltale signs you are low on Vitamin D and how to fix it - The Times of India
      Jan 4, 2025 — Loss of appetite If your appetite has taken a hit, Vitamin D deficiency can be blamed for it. As per study published in...
      Times of India
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      Oct 17, 2022 — 9. Loss of Appetite Vitamin D helps regulate the hormones that control appetite so that a deficiency can lead to a los...
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    • Vitamin D deficiency symptoms: 7 signs to check if you’re becoming deficient in Vitamin D during winter | - The Times of India
      Jan 7, 2025 — According to Dr. Divya Gopal, Consultant, Internal Medicine, Sir H.N. Reliance Foundation Hospital, “Low vitamin D leve...
      Times of India
    • The Benefits of Vitamin D
      Sep 15, 2019 — Muscle pain and weakness Low vitamin D can present as muscle pain and weakness in adults and children. It appears to b...
      Dr. Jolene Brighten
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      Mar 29, 2022 — 6 Surprising Signs You Have A Vitamin D Deficiency The first indication of a vitamin D deficiency is bone or back pain...
      Wellness Factory
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      Jan 9, 2024 — 1. Extreme Fatigue or Tiredness The most common hidden sign of vitamin D deficiency in winter is fatigue and low energy...
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      Jun 21, 2024 — Muscle ache: Chronic muscle pain, particularly if it's unexplained, may be a sign of low vitamin D levels. This nutrie...
      Moneycontrol
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      Low mood and irritability: One of the most talked about symptoms of vitamin D deficiency is feeling low or possibly displaying sym...
      Healthspan
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      Mar 9, 2022 — Vitamin D Deficiency Weight gain is one of the vitamin D deficiency symptoms associated with overweight or obesity. Acc...
      Medintu
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      Jan 7, 2025 — Hair Loss When you have Vitamin D deficiency, it can lead to hair loss. The deficiency affects the health of hair folli...
      India TV News
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      Feb 20, 2023 — If your bones and back are hurting, do not overlook this Vitamin D deficiency symptom. Bone pain is a widespread cause...
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      Slow wound healing A significant role for vitamin D in wound healing. In addition to growth factors, it regulates other compounds ...
      Nav Imperial
    • Vitamin D Deficiency Symptoms: ​Signs of vitamin D deficiency that are mostly ignored​
      Jan 2, 2024 — Frequent illnesses and infections Vitamin D plays a crucial role in supporting the immune system. If you find yourself ...
      Times of India
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      Nov 17, 2024 — Vitamin D deficiency leads to hair loss Unexplained hair thinning or loss can be another silent indicator of vitamin D...
      Times of India
    • 10 Common Symptoms of Vitamin D Deficiency You Shouldn't Ignore
      Dec 30, 2024 — Low levels of Vitamin D can contribute to muscle weakness. You may find it harder to perform daily activities or notic...
      Med7 Online
    • Can you live in Malta and be low on Vitamin D? - Times²
      Nov 20, 2024 — 6. Slow wound healing If you notice that cuts and bruises are taking longer to heal, it could be due to low Vitamin D ...
      Times of Malta
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      Apr 6, 2023 — Symptoms of vitamin D deficiency Symptoms of vitamin D deficiency can manifest in various ways, which can impact your o...
      Rapid Test & Trace Canada
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      Oct 19, 2024 — Fatigue and Low Energy Levels: One of the most common signs of vitamin D deficiency is feeling tired all the time. If ...
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      How to Spot a Vitamin D Deficiency - UnityPoint Health
      What are Vitamin D Deficiency Symptoms? The symptoms of vitamin D deficiency are often subtle, so many people don't know they're d...
      UnityPoint Health
      Vitamin D Deficiency: Causes, Symptoms & Health Risks - WebMD
      Apr 10, 2024 — Vitamin D Deficiency FAQs ... The best way to increase your vitamin D levels is to get some sun on your face, hands, a...
      WebMD
      9 vitamin D deficiency symptoms (and 11 high vitamin D foods) | Nebraska Medicine Omaha, NE
      Jul 19, 2022
      Nebraska Medicine
      Do you have a vitamin D deficiency? Learn the signs of low vitamin D.
      Jun 3, 2024 — Signs of vitamin D insufficiency include: Fatigue. Poor sleep. Depression or feelings of sadness. Hair loss. Muscle wea...
      Norton Healthcare
      6 telltale signs you are low on Vitamin D and how to fix it - The Times of India
      Jan 4, 2025 — Loss of appetite If your appetite has taken a hit, Vitamin D deficiency can be blamed for it. As per study published in...
      Times of India
      9 Vitamin D Deficiency Symptoms | Signs of Low Vitamin D
      Oct 17, 2022 — 9. Loss of Appetite Vitamin D helps regulate the hormones that control appetite so that a deficiency can lead to a los...
      Midwest Pain Clinics
      Vitamin D deficiency symptoms: 7 signs to check if you’re becoming deficient in Vitamin D during winter | - The Times of India
      Jan 7, 2025 — According to Dr. Divya Gopal, Consultant, Internal Medicine, Sir H.N. Reliance Foundation Hospital, “Low vitamin D leve...
      Times of India
      The Benefits of Vitamin D
      Sep 15, 2019 — Muscle pain and weakness Low vitamin D can present as muscle pain and weakness in adults and children. It appears to b...
      Dr. Jolene Brighten
      6 Surprising Signs You Have A Vitamin D Deficiency
      Mar 29, 2022 — 6 Surprising Signs You Have A Vitamin D Deficiency The first indication of a vitamin D deficiency is bone or back pain...
      Wellness Factory
      When to Test Vitamin D? Deficiency Symptoms, Sources, and Supplementation
      Low Vitamin D & Weight Gain Compared to individuals who have a normal body mass index (BMI), people who struggle with obesity and ...
      YorkTest
      Expert Unmasks 8 Hidden Signs of Vitamin D Deficiency in Winter
      Jan 9, 2024 — 1. Extreme Fatigue or Tiredness The most common hidden sign of vitamin D deficiency in winter is fatigue and low energy...
      OnlyMyHealth
      Vitamin D deficiency signs: Fatigue, back pain, hair loss are symptoms of low Vitamin D
      Jun 21, 2024 — Muscle ache: Chronic muscle pain, particularly if it's unexplained, may be a sign of low vitamin D levels. This nutrie...
      Moneycontrol
      Vitamin D deficiency: Symptoms to look out for
      Low mood and irritability: One of the most talked about symptoms of vitamin D deficiency is feeling low or possibly displaying sym...
      Healthspan
      Vitamin D Deficiency: Symptoms, Causes, And Treatment
      Mar 9, 2022 — Vitamin D Deficiency Weight gain is one of the vitamin D deficiency symptoms associated with overweight or obesity. Acc...
      Medintu
      Vitamin D deficiency: 6 signs that you are deficient of the essential vitamin during winter
      Jan 7, 2025 — Hair Loss When you have Vitamin D deficiency, it can lead to hair loss. The deficiency affects the health of hair folli...
      India TV News
      Vitamin D and Calcium Deficiency Symptoms
      Feb 20, 2023 — If your bones and back are hurting, do not overlook this Vitamin D deficiency symptom. Bone pain is a widespread cause...
      Swisse India
      Vitamin D Deficiency: Symptoms, Risks, And Treatment
      Slow wound healing A significant role for vitamin D in wound healing. In addition to growth factors, it regulates other compounds ...
      Nav Imperial
      Vitamin D Deficiency Symptoms: ​Signs of vitamin D deficiency that are mostly ignored​
      Jan 2, 2024 — Frequent illnesses and infections Vitamin D plays a crucial role in supporting the immune system. If you find yourself ...
      Times of India
      Vitamin D deficiency symptoms: Hidden dangers of Vitamin D deficiency in women |
      Nov 17, 2024 — Vitamin D deficiency leads to hair loss Unexplained hair thinning or loss can be another silent indicator of vitamin D...
      Times of India
      10 Common Symptoms of Vitamin D Deficiency You Shouldn't Ignore
      Dec 30, 2024 — Low levels of Vitamin D can contribute to muscle weakness. You may find it harder to perform daily activities or notic...
      Med7 Online
      Can you live in Malta and be low on Vitamin D? - Times²
      Nov 20, 2024 — 6. Slow wound healing If you notice that cuts and bruises are taking longer to heal, it could be due to low Vitamin D ...
      Times of Malta
      How Much Does A Vitamin D Test Cost?
      Apr 6, 2023 — Symptoms of vitamin D deficiency Symptoms of vitamin D deficiency can manifest in various ways, which can impact your o...
      Rapid Test & Trace Canada
      How to Increase Vitamin D Levels Naturally with Power-Packed Foods?
      Oct 19, 2024 — Fatigue and Low Energy Levels: One of the most common signs of vitamin D deficiency is feeling tired all the time. If ...
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      Show more
      What is the best source of vitamin D?
      AI Overview
      Top 10 Foods Highest in Vitamin D
      The best natural sources of vitamin D are fatty fish like salmon, mackerel, and sardines, as well as fortified foods like milk and cereals. 
      Here's a more detailed breakdown:
      Food Sources:
      • Fatty Fish:
        Oily fish are excellent sources of vitamin D, including salmon, mackerel, sardines, herring, and trout. 
      • Fortified Foods:
        Many foods are fortified with vitamin D, such as milk, yogurt, orange juice, and breakfast cereals. 
      • Other Sources:
        Egg yolks, beef liver, and mushrooms (especially those exposed to UV light) also contain vitamin D, though in smaller amounts than fatty fish. 
      Sunlight:
      • Natural Vitamin D Production: Your body can produce vitamin D when skin is exposed to sunlight. 
      • Timing and Location: The amount of vitamin D your body produces from sunlight depends on factors like time of day, season, and location. 
      • Safe Sun Exposure: It's important to get sun exposure safely, using sunscreen and limiting the time in direct sunlight. 
      Supplements:
      • Vitamin D Supplements:
        If you don't get enough vitamin D from food or sunlight, your doctor may recommend taking a vitamin D supplement.
      • Consult a Doctor:
        Always talk to your doctor before taking any supplements, especially if you have any underlying health conditions or are taking other medications. 
      • Vitamin D - The Nutrition Source
        The best sources are the flesh of fatty fish and fish liver oils. Smaller amounts are found in egg yolks, cheese, and beef liver.
        The Nutrition Source
      • Which foods are high in vitamin D? - BHF
        Jun 1, 2022 — The best food sources of vitamin D are oily fish, including salmon, mackerel, and sardines. Other sources include egg y...
        BHF
      • Vitamin D - NHS
        Good sources of vitamin D. From about late March/early April to the end of September, most people should be able to make all the v...
        NHS
      • Vitamin D - Consumer - NIH Office of Dietary Supplements
        Nov 8, 2022 — What foods provide vitamin D? Very few foods naturally contain vitamin D. Fortified foods provide most of the vitamin D...
        National Institutes of Health (NIH) (.gov)
      • Vitamin D foods: Fruits, vegetables, and other sources
        Feb 28, 2019 — Oily fish. Share on Pinterest Swordfish is an excellent source of vitamin D. Oily fish, as well as oils from fish, hav...
        Medical News Today
      • Vitamin D - Mayo Clinic
        And it's in fish such as salmon, mackerel, and sardines. The body also makes vitamin D from direct sunlight on the skin. ... Depen...
        Mayo Clinic
      • Top 5 Foods That Contain Vitamin D - ISDIN
        Oct 7, 2019 — 1. Fatty or oily fish. One of the best sources of vitamin D is fatty or oily fish, and with many different types to cho...
        ISDIN
      • Foods High in Vitamin D - WebMD
        Aug 17, 2022 — Salmon. A 3-ounce serving of salmon can give you 10 to 18 mcg of vitamin D, depending on the type. Wild coho is at the...
        WebMD
      • 6 Foods High in Vitamin D - Cleveland Clinic Health Essentials
        Jan 27, 2025 — Luckily, there are other ways to get your fill of vitamin D than food alone. Both sun exposure and supplements can hel...
        Cleveland Clinic Health Essentials
      • Vitamin D Sources and Supplements
        Sep 11, 2021 — there are three sources of vitamin d. food sunlight or ultraviolet light exposure and supplements. food only contribut...
        YouTube · 
        University of California Television (UCTV)
      • How can I raise my vitamin D levels quickly? - Drugs.com
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        Vitamin D - The Nutrition Source
        The best sources are the flesh of fatty fish and fish liver oils. Smaller amounts are found in egg yolks, cheese, and beef liver.
        The Nutrition Source
        Which foods are high in vitamin D? - BHF
        Jun 1, 2022 — The best food sources of vitamin D are oily fish, including salmon, mackerel, and sardines. Other sources include egg y...
        BHF
        Vitamin D - NHS
        Good sources of vitamin D. From about late March/early April to the end of September, most people should be able to make all the v...
        NHS
        Vitamin D - Consumer - NIH Office of Dietary Supplements
        Nov 8, 2022 — What foods provide vitamin D? Very few foods naturally contain vitamin D. Fortified foods provide most of the vitamin D...
        National Institutes of Health (NIH) (.gov)
        Vitamin D foods: Fruits, vegetables, and other sources
        Feb 28, 2019 — Oily fish. Share on Pinterest Swordfish is an excellent source of vitamin D. Oily fish, as well as oils from fish, hav...
        Medical News Today
        Vitamin D - Mayo Clinic
        And it's in fish such as salmon, mackerel, and sardines. The body also makes vitamin D from direct sunlight on the skin. ... Depen...
        Mayo Clinic
        Top 5 Foods That Contain Vitamin D - ISDIN
        Oct 7, 2019 — 1. Fatty or oily fish. One of the best sources of vitamin D is fatty or oily fish, and with many different types to cho...
        ISDIN
        Foods High in Vitamin D - WebMD
        Aug 17, 2022 — Salmon. A 3-ounce serving of salmon can give you 10 to 18 mcg of vitamin D, depending on the type. Wild coho is at the...
        WebMD
        6 Foods High in Vitamin D - Cleveland Clinic Health Essentials
        Jan 27, 2025 — Luckily, there are other ways to get your fill of vitamin D than food alone. Both sun exposure and supplements can hel...
        Cleveland Clinic Health Essentials
        Vitamin D Sources and Supplements
        Sep 11, 2021 — there are three sources of vitamin d. food sunlight or ultraviolet light exposure and supplements. food only contribut...
        YouTube · 
        University of California Television (UCTV)
        How can I raise my vitamin D levels quickly? - Drugs.com
        Aug 12, 2024 — Foods that may help boost your vitamin D levels are: * Cod liver oil* * Trout* * Salmon* * Mushrooms* * Fortified dai...
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        Are vitamin D and D3 the same?
        AI Overview
        No, "vitamin D" is a general term that encompasses both vitamin D2 (ergocalciferol) and vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol), which are distinct forms with different sources and some slight differences in how they are processed by the body. 
        Here's a more detailed breakdown:
        • Vitamin D2 (Ergocalciferol):
          • Primarily found in plant-based sources like mushrooms and fortified foods. 
          • Also available in supplements. 
        • Vitamin D3 (Cholecalciferol):
          • Produced in the skin when exposed to sunlight. 
          • Also found in animal products like fatty fish, eggs, and liver. 
          • Often seen as the more effective form for raising vitamin D levels. 
        • Similarities
          • Both forms are absorbed into the bloodstream and processed by the liver and kidneys. 
          • Both forms are important for bone health, immune function, and other bodily processes. 
        • Differences:
          • Sources: D2 is plant-based, while D3 is produced in the body and found in animal sources. 
          • Effectiveness: Some studies suggest D3 might be more effective at raising and maintaining vitamin D levels than D2. 
          • Chemical Structure: D2 and D3 differ in their chemical structure, specifically in their side chains. 
        • Vitamin D vs. D3: What's the Difference? - Verywell Health
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          Aug 24, 2022 — Both can help correct vitamin D deficiency, but most doctors recommend D3 because it is slightly more active and there...
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          Oct 15, 2020 — Cholecalciferol (vitamin D3) is in a class of medications called vitamin D analogs. Cholecalciferol is needed by the b...
          MedlinePlus (.gov)
        • Vitamin D - Health Professional Fact Sheet
          Jul 26, 2024 — In foods and dietary supplements, vitamin D has two main forms, D2 (ergocalciferol) and D3 (cholecalciferol), that dif...
          National Institutes of Health (NIH) (.gov)
        • Vitamin D - Consumer - NIH Office of Dietary Supplements
          Nov 8, 2022 — Vitamin D is found in multivitamin/mineral supplements. It is also available in dietary supplements containing only vit...
          NIH Office of Dietary Supplements
        • Vitamin D: Production, Metabolism and Mechanisms of Action - NCBI
          Dec 31, 2021 — Vitamin D comes in two forms (D2 and D3) which differ chemically in their side chains. These structural differences al...
          National Institutes of Health (NIH) (.gov)
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          The structural difference between vitamin D2 and D3 is present in their side chains. The side chain of vitamin D3 has a broken rin...
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          Vitamin D vs. D3: What's the Difference? - Verywell Health
          Sep 27, 2024 — Vitamin D is a general term that refers to both vitamin D2 (ergocalciferol) and vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol). Vitamin ...
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          What's the Deal with Vitamin D?
          Aug 24, 2022 — Both can help correct vitamin D deficiency, but most doctors recommend D3 because it is slightly more active and there...
          Columbia University Irving Medical Center
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          What's the difference between vitamin D and vitamin D3? There are two possible forms of vitamin D in the human body: vitamin D2 an...
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          Apr 8, 2022 — D3: What's the Difference? The question here is not really the difference between vitamin D vs. D3, but between vitamin...
          Llama Naturals
          Cholecalciferol (Vitamin D3): MedlinePlus Drug Information
          Oct 15, 2020 — Cholecalciferol (vitamin D3) is in a class of medications called vitamin D analogs. Cholecalciferol is needed by the b...
          MedlinePlus (.gov)
          Vitamin D - Health Professional Fact Sheet
          Jul 26, 2024 — In foods and dietary supplements, vitamin D has two main forms, D2 (ergocalciferol) and D3 (cholecalciferol), that dif...
          National Institutes of Health (NIH) (.gov)
          Vitamin D - Consumer - NIH Office of Dietary Supplements
          Nov 8, 2022 — Vitamin D is found in multivitamin/mineral supplements. It is also available in dietary supplements containing only vit...
          NIH Office of Dietary Supplements
          Vitamin D: Production, Metabolism and Mechanisms of Action - NCBI
          Dec 31, 2021 — Vitamin D comes in two forms (D2 and D3) which differ chemically in their side chains. These structural differences al...
          National Institutes of Health (NIH) (.gov)
          The structure of vitamin D2, vitamin D3, and their precursors. The...
          The structural difference between vitamin D2 and D3 is present in their side chains. The side chain of vitamin D3 has a broken rin...
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          Vitamin Uses…What do you take vitamin D for?
          Vitamin D helps regulate the amount of calcium and phosphate in the body. These nutrients are needed to keep bones, teeth and muscles healthy. A lack of vitamin D can lead to bone deformities such as rickets in children, and bone pain caused by a condition called osteomalacia in adults.

          Vitamin D - NHS

          www.nhs.uk
          https://www.nhs.uk › conditions › vitamins-and-minerals
          www.nhs.uk
          https://www.nhs.uk › conditions › vitamins-and-minerals
          What do you take vitamin D for?
          Food Sources…What foods are rich in vitamin D?
          The best sources are the flesh of fatty fish and fish liver oils. Smaller amounts are found in egg yolks, cheese, and beef liver. Certain mushrooms contain some vitamin D2; in addition some commercially sold mushrooms contain higher amounts of D2 due to intentionally being exposed to high amounts of ultraviolet light.

          Vitamin D - The Nutrition Source

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          https://nutritionsource.hsph.harvard.edu › vitamin-d
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          What foods are rich in vitamin D?
          Side effects…What are the side effects of vitamin D?
          Taking excessive amounts of vitamin D supplements or consuming very high doses over a long period can lead to vitamin D toxicity, primarily causing hypercalcemia (high blood calcium levels), which can lead to symptoms like nausea, vomiting, weakness, and frequent urination, and potentially bone pain and kidney problems. 
          Here's a more detailed explanation of the potential side effects of vitamin D:
          Common Side Effects of Vitamin D Toxicity:
          • Hypercalcemia: The primary concern with excessive vitamin D is the buildup of calcium in the blood, leading to hypercalcemia. 
          • Gastrointestinal Issues: Nausea, vomiting, poor appetite, and constipation are common symptoms. 
          • Urinary Problems: Increased thirst and frequent urination can occur. 
          • Muscle Weakness or Twitches: Muscle weakness or twitches are also possible. 
          • Fatigue and Confusion: Feeling extremely tired or experiencing confusion are potential side effects. 
          • Bone Pain: Hypercalcemia can lead to bone pain. 
          • Kidney Problems: Kidney stones and other kidney issues can arise. 
          • Weakened Bones: Prolonged hypercalcemia can weaken bones and make them more prone to fractures. 
          • Heart Problems: In severe cases, hypercalcemia can also affect heart function. 
          • Vitamin D - NHS
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            Oct 30, 2024 — Most Common Symptoms of Too Much Vitamin D * Digestive troubles—nausea, vomiting, poor appetite, and constipation. *
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            Oct 30, 2024 — Most Common Symptoms of Too Much Vitamin D * Digestive troubles—nausea, vomiting, poor appetite, and constipation. *
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            What are the side effects of vitamin D?
            Health effects…Is vitamin D good for you?
            It's vital to bone health, muscle movement, nerve connections to the brain, and immune system function. Studies suggest vitamin D also may help protect us from infections (including COVID) and major diseases like cancer, cardiovascular and respiratory diseases, diabetes, and dementia.Aug 24, 2022

            What's the Deal with Vitamin D?

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            Vitamin D Deficiency: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

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            Vitamin D deficiency means that you don't have enough vitamin D in your body. It's common and primarily causes issues with your bones and muscles.

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            Vitamin D is a nutrient the body needs, along with calcium, to build bones and keep them healthy. The body can absorb calcium only if it has enough vitamin ...

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            May 10, 2024 — Vitamin D helps your body absorb calcium. You can get Vitamin D in three ways: through your skin, from your diet, and from supplements.

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            Vitamin D is a hormone that controls calcium levels in the blood. It is needed for strong bones, muscles and overall health. The sun's ultraviolet radiation ...
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            Vitamin D and Prostate Health

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            Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin that helps maintain bone health, regulate calcium and phosphorus levels, and support the immune system. It's main role is to ...
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            Vitamin D - The Nutrition Source

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            Vitamin D is both a nutrient we eat and a hormone our bodies make. It is a fat-soluble vitamin that has long been known to help the body absorb and retain.

            Vitamin D - Consumer - NIH Office of Dietary Supplements

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            Nov 8, 2022 — Vitamin D is a nutrient you need for good health. It helps your body absorb calcium, one of the main building blocks for strong bones.
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            Vitamin D is a group of structurally related, fat-soluble compounds responsible for increasing intestinal absorption of calcium, magnesium, and phosphate, along with numerous other biological functions. In humans, the most important compounds within this group are vitamin D₃ and vitamin D₂.
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            Synonyms: Calciferols
            Use: Rickets, osteoporosis, osteomalacia, vitamin D deficiency
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