☀️ Could Too Much Vitamin D Land You in Hospital? 🚑
We all know Vitamin D is essential, especially during those long UK winters. But have you heard it can actually be too much of a good thing? Doctors are raising alarms after a middle-aged man ended up in hospital from a Vitamin D overdose. 😱
His journey to hospital began after months of unpleasant symptoms—vomiting, chest pain, leg cramps, and more. It turns out he had been taking over 20 supplements a day, including a whopping 50,000mg of Vitamin D—more than 80 times the recommended daily dose! 🥴
His story is a cautionary tale about “hypervitaminosis D,” where too much Vitamin D leads to dangerous health issues, including high calcium levels and kidney problems. Luckily, after an eight-day hospital stay and treatment, his calcium levels are back to normal, though his Vitamin D levels remain high. 🏥
The message here is clear: while supplements can be helpful, going overboard can be harmful. The NHS suggests sticking to a 10 microgram (or 400 IU) daily Vitamin D supplement from October to March. Simple sources like oily fish, wild mushrooms, and sunlight can also boost your Vitamin D levels naturally. 🐟🌞
This serves as a crucial reminder to monitor supplement intake and consult healthcare professionals before making drastic changes. Stay safe and healthy out there! 💪
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