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Despite adequate sunlight in India, a large section of the population is deficient in Vitamin D. The deficiency of this nutrient is not detected quickly in the beginning but with time many problems start appearing in the body. People consider fatigue, body ache or muscle pain as problems of daily life. But do you know that there is a big connection with Vitamin D deficiency? When this happens, not only the bones become weak but the entire health starts deteriorating. Research by the Indian Journal of Endocrinology and Metabolism says that Vitamin D deficiency is seen in about 70 to 90 percent of Indians.
Experts say that nowadays most people spend more time inside home or office. Due to online classes, work from home culture and shopping through apps, people’s going out has reduced. Sunshine is a major source of Vitamin D. Know from experts how Vitamin D deficiency affects our entire body.
Effect of Vitamin D deficiency on the entire body
Dr. Anuj Aggarwal (Orthopedic Surgeon, Kailash Deepak Hospital) Says that people believe that Vitamin D is necessary only for bones. But the truth is that its work is not limited to this only. First of all, it helps our body to properly utilize the calcium we get from food. Only then bones and teeth remain strong. Along with this, it also helps our muscles to function properly.
If Vitamin D decreases in the body, there may be pain in the body without any major reason, weakness in muscles may be felt and fatigue may also occur quickly. At the same time, it also helps our body’s power to fight diseases, i.e. the immune system, to function normally.
Misconceptions about Vitamin D
Now let’s talk about some misconceptions. The biggest mistake people make is that they start taking Vitamin D pills on their own after listening to someone’s advice or seeing social media. But not everyone needs it. If there is suspicion of deficiency, then testing should be done on doctor’s advice. Only after examination is it decided whether medicine is needed or not. One more thing, many people think that if they take more Vitamin D, it will be more beneficial. it’s not like that at all.
taking more vitamin d
Taking excessive Vitamin D can lead to excessive increase in calcium in the body. This can also cause nausea, vomiting, weakness and kidney problems. Therefore, my advice would be to take Vitamin D as a medicine, take it only as per doctor’s advice and only in the quantity required. Only then will you get its true benefit.
