Khaberni - A prestigious doctor has revealed the ability of a widely available dietary supplement to improve heart and metabolic health, and to lower blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar levels.
Dr. Mark Hyman, known for his medical publications on social media platforms, frequently provides recommendations on the importance of vitamin D supplements, based on study findings that suggest taking 3320 international units daily of vitamin D can have a significant positive effect on health. It may help lower blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar indicators, thereby boosting heart health and metabolism.
Vitamin D is an essential element for regulating the levels of calcium and phosphate in the body, which are necessary for maintaining healthy bones, teeth, and muscles, according to the British National Health Service (NHS).
Vitamin D deficiency can lead to the following:
Skeletal deformities such as rickets in children.
Bone pain associated with osteomalacia in adults.
Sources of vitamin D and the need for supplements
The body produces vitamin D when directly exposed to sunlight on the skin, however, the NHS advises taking daily supplements during autumn and winter to ensure adequate levels, especially since the sun is not strong enough during these seasons.
Vitamin D can also be obtained from oily fish, red meat, egg yolks, and fortified food products, such as some breakfast cereals.
The groups that may need vitamin D supplements year-round include:
Those who do not go outside often, such as the frail and bedridden.
Residents of care homes.
Those who wear clothing that covers most of the skin when going out.
People with dark skin, such as those of African or South Asian descent, as they may need additional doses to ensure an adequate amount.
The NHS indicates that taking a daily supplement containing 10 micrograms of vitamin D throughout the year may be necessary for these groups.
