Vitamin D is sometimes called ‘Sunshine Vitamin’ because our body makes it from cholesterol when our skin is exposed to sunlight (UVB rays). It plays an important role in calcium homeostasis and bone metabolism.
However, Vitamin D deficiency is one of the most common nutritional deficiencies worldwide.
Vitamin D deficiency lead to a loss of bone density, which can contribute to osteoporosis, falls, and fractures.
- In children, it can cause bone deformities, low bone density.
- In adults, severe Vitamin D deficiency leads to osteomalacia, which causes weak bones, joint pain, and muscle weakness.
COMMON SYMPTOMS OF VITAMIN D3:
- Joint pain
- Mood swings
- Fatigue
- Muscle weakness
- Aches and cramps
- Numbness in hands and feet
- Brain fogging
Don’t let this deficiency slow you down. If you are facing any of these symptoms, it’s important to check Vitamin D3 levels in your blood.
Speak with your Nutritionist/ Doctor regarding the right supplements or injections for D3.