Vitamin D deficiency

Vitamin D excess Excess vitamin D in body is called vitamin D toxicity. Vitamin D toxicity can cause symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, constipation and muscle weakness.   It can also lead to high blood calcium levels which may result in kidney stones or other problems with bones. Normally this type of toxicity is not very common but can turn serious condition if found higher in body.  Hypercalcemia is a condition in which the levels of calcium in the blood are higher than normal.  Kidney stones or other types of kidney problems that release calcium into the urine (kidney stones).  A tumor, such as cancerous cells, or a benign tumor (benign neoplasm), that releases calcium into the urine (metastatic calcification).  How you will get higher vitamin D in your body? Vitamin D supplements is the main cause of Toxicity. The main cause of toxicity is the use of Vitamin D supplements in large amounts. The body can not absorb this supplement, and it will ...

  Vitamin D is an essential vitamin that helps maintain bone health and promotes normal growth. It also plays a role in the immune system, muscle function, and cell growth. Vitamin D deficiency can result in rickets, osteomalacia (soft bones), or osteoporosis (brittle bones). The risk of developing these conditions increases as we age. Weakness or lack of energy Fatigue Weight loss Muscle aches/pain Joint pain Numbness/tingling Loss of appetite Depression Poor concentration Difficulty sleeping Short stature Thin hair Dry skin Scaly skin.  Vitamin D deficiency - expectation vs reality  Vitamin D deficiency is a condition where the body does not produce enough vitamin D. The main source of vitamin D in our diet comes from foods that are fortified with it, such as milk and cereal products. Vitamin D can also be obtained through exposure to sunlight or by taking supplements. It affects about one-third of the population and it can be treated with proper diet and supplement....

  The next big thing in vitamin D deficiency is the realization that our bodies are not as efficient at producing vitamin D from sunlight as we once thought. In fact, many people don’t produce enough to meet their needs. This means that more and more of us need to be taking supplements or eating foods rich in vitamin D. This is a change from previous years when it was thought that most of us could get all the vitamin D we needed from exposure to sunshine (UVB). But now we understand that UVB doesn’t provide enough for everyone, so many of us need supplemental sources like food or supplements.

  A. It will never rule the world because there is a lot of vitamin D in our food. There is enough vitamin D to feed us. If we get enough food, there will be no deficiency of vitamin D. We need to have adequate knowledge about vitamin D and foods.  B. It will never rule the world because it is not good for us to have too much calcium and phosphorus in our body at one time.   C. It will never rule the world because we can get enough vitamin D from sunlight and foods that are rich in vitamin D, such as fish liver oil, cod liver oil, egg yolks, fortified milk products and orange juice (which contains vitamin D).     D. We get enough sunlight in different parts of the world.    However, events such as war, epidemics, droughts, and economic depressions indicate vitamin D deficiency. The Great Depression was an economic depression that began in 1929 and ended with the start of World War II in 1939. It was one of the most severe economic crises...

  The best treatment for vitamin D deficiency is to take supplements. Vitamin supplements are the most common type of nutritional supplement. They contain vitamins, minerals and other nutrients that your body needs to function properly. Some vitamin supplements also have additional ingredients such as herbs or other compounds that may provide benefits beyond the basic functions of a single vitamin or mineral. Vitamin supplements can be found in pill form, liquid form, powder form and even in some foods like yogurt or cereal. However, if you are not able to do that or want a quick fix, then there are some other ways of treating this condition. Vitamin D2 – This is the form of vitamin D which can be taken as pills and taken orally. It has been found effective in curing some cases of vitamin d deficiency. Vitamin D3 -This is also known as cholecalciferol and it comes from sheep’s wool grease (lanolin). It is used in many cosmetics and skin creams because it helps in improving the ski...

  Vitamin D deficiency hair loss is a condition that causes the scalp to lose its natural oil. The scalp loses its natural oil due to many reasons. The main reason is that the hair follicles are not covered properly by the skin. This means that the scalp gets exposed to harmful UV rays and other irritants, which cause dryness of the scalp and loss of essential oils in it. UV rays are part of the electromagnetic spectrum, and therefore invisible to the naked eye. They are divided into UVA (320-400nm) and UVB (280-320nm). UVA is more damaging than UVB, but both can cause skin cancer. The main difference between them is that UVB penetrates deeper into the skin and causes sunburns while UVA penetrates only a few millimeters deep and does not produce sunburns. However, they both can damage DNA in your body cells causing premature aging or even cancerous mutations. Also, a lot of chemicals are used on our hair nowadays, which further contribute to dryness and loss of essential oils. Ano...

  Vitamin D deficiency is a common condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It is caused by inadequate dietary intake or poor absorption from the diet and can lead to bone loss, muscle weakness, fatigue and other health issues. Inadequate dietary intake refers to the consumption of less than the recommended daily allowance (RDA) or estimated average requirement (EAR). The RDA is set by a committee that reviews scientific literature and recommendations from national and international bodies. The body needs vitamin D for healthy bones and teeth as well as for proper immune system function. What are healthy bones and teeth? Bones are made up of a number of different types of minerals. They also have living cells that help them to grow, repair and replace themselves. Healthy bones contain the right amount of minerals to keep them strong and flexible. The body needs calcium to make strong bones, phosphorus for their structure, sulfur for the formation of new bone tissue and ...

  Osteomalacia is a condition that causes the bones to become soft and weak. The most common symptoms are pain in the hip or knee, loss of muscle mass and weakness in your legs. Osteomalacia can also cause low blood pressure (hypotension), which may be mistaken for a heart attack or stroke. VITAMIN D DEFICIENCY What are the symptoms? Symptoms of osteomalacia include: Pain in your hip or knee, especially when you sit down or stand up Pain when you walk Weakness in your leg muscles Feeling tired Loss of appetite Dry skin Weight loss Muscle cramps Numbness and tingling. 

Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin .  It is not stored in the body and must be consumed regularly for good health. It is an essential vitamin for the body. It is a must have in everyday food. Vitamin D can be obtained from foods such as fatty fish, egg yolks, fortified milk, and cod liver oil or supplements.  There are also many sources of vitamin D and sunlight is one of them. The recommended daily allowance of vitamin D varies depending on age group: children aged 1 to 3 years old require 400 IU per day; children aged 4 to 8 years old require 600 IU per day; adults aged 19 to 50 years old require 800 IU per day; adults over 51 years old require 1000 IU. Vitamin D is also found in foods such as fish, eggs and fortified milk, but many people do not eat enough of these foods to meet their daily needs. Vitamin D can also be obtained from supplements or through skin exposure to UVB (ultraviolet B) light from sunlight without burning. VITAMIN D DEFICIENCY  Vitamin D deficienc...

  Muscle pain and tenderness is a common complaint in the elderly. It can be caused by a number of conditions including arthritis, muscle strain or injury, infections such as septicemia (blood poisoning) and cancer. It may also occur with certain medications such as anti-depressants, anti-convulsant, chemotherapy drugs and steroid use. The most common cause of muscle pain in the elderly is arthritis which can be due to osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis. A variety of other causes include infection (septicemia), cancer (lymphoma or leukemia), myopathy (muscle disease).    VITAMIN D DEFICIENCY Arthritis is a general term that describes inflammation of the joints. It can occur in any joint, and it affects both children and adults. The most common form of arthritis is osteoarthritis (OA), which occurs when cartilage wears away over time and bone rubs against bone. OA causes pain, swelling, stiffness and loss of function in your joints. Another type of arthritis is rheuma...

  Osteomalacia is a condition where the body does not produce enough of the mineral calcium. This can lead to softening and weakening of bones, especially in children. It is also called rickets or vitamin D deficiency. Vitamin D is made from sunlight, so if you don’t get enough sun exposure it could be a contributing factor to osteomalacia. Osteomalacia can occur at any age but most commonly affects children between 1-5 years old as well as adults over 50 years old. VITAMIN D DEFICIENCY It can affect any part of your body, but it usually affects bones and teeth. When you are older, osteomalacia may cause bone loss in your hips or spine. If this happens, you will have more risk for fractures as you age. Osteomalacia also causes softening of the bones in your jaw (or mandible). This condition is called periodontal disease because it affects the gums (periodontal) around your teeth.

  Hip and spine is a term used to describe the hip joint and the vertebrae of the spine. The hip joint is made up of three bones: the femur (thigh bone), which connects to the pelvis, and two smaller bones called acetabula. These are located on either side of your pelvis. HUMAN BODY  The lower back consists of eight vertebrae, or disks that make up your spinal cord. They are arranged in a way that allows you to bend forward at the waist without bending at all from your neck down. Problem of hip and spine can be due to deficiency of vitamin D .

 Bone pain is a common complaint. It can be caused by many different conditions, such as arthritis, osteoporosis or fractures. The pain may be sharp or dull and it may radiate to the rest of the body. It can be acute (short term) or chronic (long term). Acute bone pain may occur in response to an injury, such as a fracture, dislocation, or sprain. Chronic bone pain occurs with many diseases that affect the bones, such as arthritis and osteoporosis.   Osteoporosis. This condition occurs when bones lose their density and strength over time. Osteoporosis can be caused by hormonal changes (such as menopause), medications, or other medical conditions. It affects women more often than men, but it can occur in both genders at any age. Bone pain may be the first sign that you have osteoporosis.  VITAMIN D DEFICIENCY This condition occurs when bones lose their density and strength over time. Osteoporosis can be caused by hormonal changes (such as menopause), medications,...

  Fatigue is a common complaint in patients with vitamin d deficiency. Fatigue can be due to multiple causes, including chronic infections and diseases such as tuberculosis, cancer and HIV/AIDS. However, fatigue may also occur in the absence of these conditions. In addition to its association with vitamin D deficiency, fatigue has been associated with other metabolic disorders such as diabetes mellitus type 2 (DM2) and hypothyroidism (Hashimoto’s disease). VITAMIN D DEFICIENCY SYMPTOMS Fatigue is a feeling of tiredness and weakness in the muscles. It can often be caused by overuse or incorrect training, but it can also be caused by illness or injury.  Muscle weakness is when you feel that your muscles are not working as well as they should. This may be because of an injury to a muscle, nerve damage or even poor blood supply to the muscle tissue. Weakness may also occur after surgery on the spine (such as for scoliosis) or after having an operation on another part of the body s...

  The most common vitamin d deficiency symptoms include fatigue and weakness in the muscles . Bone pain , especially in the hip and spine . This is often due to osteomalacia (softening of bones), a condition that occurs when there is not enough vitamin D in the body. Osteomalacia causes bone loss, which can lead to fractures or even death if left untreated. It also causes muscle pain and tenderness as well as joint pain and stiffness. The painful joints may be accompanied by swelling around them (oedema). Joints affected by osteomalacia are often swollen for weeks before they become painful.  VITAMIN D You may feel weak, tired and lethargic. Tired and lethargic is a state of physical or mental exhaustion. It is the feeling that you are not able to do anything because your body and mind just cannot take it anymore. You feel like you have been through hell, but because you have no energy left in your body, you can’t even cry. Tired and lethargic means that there is nothing mo...