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Vitamin D Injection (Direct injection into the body, not IV) (Minimum 3 months between doses, Dr. Rx required).
Oral Pill (Minimum 1 week between doses).
Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vital nutrient in a family of compounds that includes vitamins D1, D2, and D3. It helps the growth and development of bones and teeth, and improves resistance to a wide variety of diseases.
The body produces vitamin D naturally when it’s directly exposed to sunlight. Vitamin D is also digested from certain foods and supplements.
Vitamin D has several important functions, the most vital are regulating the absorption of calcium and phosphorus and facilitating normal immune system function. Adequate vitamin D is important for growth and development of bones and teeth, as well as improved resistance to disease.
Many people receive inadequate exposure to sunlight and often have trouble absorbing vitamin D. A simple blood test can check the levels of this vitamin in the body.
Benefits of supplemental Vitamin D
Vitamin D deficiency
You may be less likely to absorb enough vitamin D from the sun if you:
Symptoms of vitamin D deficiency
Causes of vitamin D deficiency
Risks of excess vitamin D
Vitamin D toxicity (generally due to excess supplementation, but not from normal food sources of sun exposure) can lead to an increase in blood calcium levels, resulting in a variety of health issues, such as
