🏥 Boost Your Health This Winter 🌞
Ever feel extra tired, achy, or catch more colds than usual as the days get shorter? NHS GP Doctor Shireen has an easy tip for you: pop a vitamin D pill every day!
Why so important? Well, vitamin D is your winter wellness buddy—it helps keep bones, teeth, and muscles healthy by boosting your body’s calcium and phosphorus intake. It’s mainly obtained from sunlight, but with less sun during these months, a little supplement can go a long way.
Doctor Shireen shares that even with the best diet, most of us won’t get enough vitamin D from food alone, especially if we’re indoors or always on the go. So from October to March, or even year-round if you’re inside a lot, taking 800 to 1,000 units daily is key.
Curious about vitamin D? It’s not only crucial for strong bones, but also for a well-functioning immune system. Missing out can lead to issues like rickets in kids and bone problems in adults.
Here’s a quick reminder from the experts: ensured vitamin D can also support your body’s defences. While there have been chats about it helping against things like Covid-19, the evidence isn’t quite there yet.
If you’re concerned about your vitamin D levels or thinking of starting a supplement, a quick chat with your GP can clear things up. And remember, you can find further details on the NHS website.
Stay healthy and take care, whether it’s sunny outside or not! 🌟