Vitamin D is considered by many to be a panacea for numerous diseases. People "prescribe" huge doses to themselves without even bothering to do an analysis of whether they should be taking it. Taking too much vitamin D can result in a variety of health issues.
Dr. Irene
Vitamin D is a precursor to a hormone that takes part in many body processes. The most known is the regulation of phosphorus-calcium metabolism. In addition, it helps to resist infections as well as the development of cardiovascular, oncological, and autoimmune diseases.
Vitamin D is produced in the skin by exposure to sunlight. This is facilitated by ultraviolet radiation with a wavelength of 320–400 nm — therefore, visiting a solarium ===or sunroom will not help replenish the level of vitamin D! Food is also rich in Vitamin D including high-calorie fish, fish oil, egg yolk, and dairy products.
When did vitamin D become popular?
The first wave of vitamin D popularity happened in the second half of the 20th century when doctors st...
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