The nice thing about a blog is you can look back at old entries to see how far you have changed or come. I was looking back at a blog I wrote on July 13th, 2009 (5 years ago) in reference to my vitamin D levels being at third world deficiency levels. Believe it or not I just got my vitamin D levels tested again, and they are actually lower than they were 5 years ago. Yep, my test came back at 15.3 and a healthy range is generally 32-100. If you are below 32 in vitamin D levels then you are deficient in vitamin D. 7 Signs if You’re Deficient in Vitamin D.
There are so many reasons to check and monitor your vitamin D levels. One of the biggest is that when you have low vitamin D, you also have lower immune function which means a higher risk of contracting colds, flu, and other respiratory tract infections, feeling depressed, tired or fatigued, experiencing a low mood (especially in the Winter). Who would have thought that getting the flu or sick is related to your vitamin D levels. Read more on vitamin D…
I am back on vitamin D supplements and will get re-checked in 3 months. I hope you take the time to get your vitamin D checked. You can ask for it when you go to see your doctor for your annual wellness visit. Or you can get a vitamin D test through The Wellness Center at it is extremely affordable. Contact us if you are interested.
Another great reason to enjoy the summer sun!
To your health,
Sharon