The Power of Vitamin D Fun fact: Vitamin D is actually not a vitamin at all. It is a fat-soluble pro-hormone that has many functions in the body including support of blood vessel integrity and may influence blood pressure and cholesterol levels. Maintaining healthy Vitamin D levels has a host of other benefits and include bone health, …
The Power of Vitamin D
Fun fact: Vitamin D is actually not a vitamin at all. It is a fat-soluble pro-hormone that has many functions in the body including support of blood vessel integrity and may influence blood pressure and cholesterol levels.
Maintaining healthy Vitamin D levels has a host of other benefits and include bone health, elevated mood and cognitive function. Vitamin D helps the immune system fight off cold viruses, the flu, and other immune illnesses. It can also be helpful for sleep regulation, headache management, and Vitamin D is even thought to be useful in managing diabetes and obesity.
How We Get Vitamin D
Most people associate sunlight exposure with Vitamin D. Unfortunately, the use of sunscreens and protective clothing prevent the skin from getting the ultraviolet (UV) exposure needed to produce Vitamin D naturally. In addition, air pollution and cloudy weather can also decrease the amount of Vitamin D stimulating rays. Dietary sources of Vitamin D include liver, some mushrooms, and fatty fish and some foods such as dairy are fortified with Vitamin D. However, oral supplementation or dietary intake of Vitamin D is limited by impaired absorption in the gut. That’s why we recommend getting a quick and easy Vitamin D injection at The Peak Wellness Spa.
Reasons to consider a Vitamin D injection include:
– Decreased natural sunlight exposure
– Frequent infections
– Decreased bone density
– Digestive issues
– Depressed mood
– Headaches
– Preventive care for cold & flu season
– Traveling
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