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Can Supplements Help Everyone and Not Only Thals?
Andy Battaglia:
Today I received the results of all my blood work. Everything was excellent except for one thing. Even though I take 2000 IU vitamin D daily, I am seriously deficient. This is only a mild surprise to me, as it seems a constant battle against tiredness, especially muscle tiredness. My doctor told me to up my dose to 3000 IU daily and that I should be tested again in 6 months. If my level has not improved by then, I will receive a vitamin D shot.
I have been preaching the importance of vitamin D on a regular basis. This just demonstrates how hard it is to get to a normal level. Even with supplements, my level was only 19. The current thinking is that a level of 30-60 is needed, with 60 being optimal. However, there is a very good chance that these levels will be revised upwards as the value of vitamin D to the body is more fully understood.
We do not get enough vitamin D. The human body is designed to be outdoors and exposed to the sun, for many hours daily. We do not do this any longer as a species and a host of health issues can be traced back to vitamin D deficiency. If you have unexplained tiredness, low immune systems, muscle fatigue and tiredness, inexplicably weak bones and on and on, please consider the possibility of vitamin D deficiency. It's an easy blood test and you'll have the results back in days. I would bet that at least 75% of the people tested would be deficient and that those who aren't are seldom at an optimal level. It probably is not your thyroid. It is far more likely to be lack of vitamin D. Please do not ignore this. I saw a difference in muscle fatigue in my legs within two days of raising my dose from 1000 to 2000 IU daily.
I hope our moderators can lead the way and get tested for vitamin D. Stronger bones, lower cancer rates and less tiredness will all be found if the vitamin D levels are raised. Let's be leaders in this very important area where thals, minor through major can greatly benefit.
Sharmin:
I completely agree with what you say about both vitamin C and vitamin D. I had a severe D deficiency last year so I began taking 3000 IU and I could feel the difference.
Also, my entire family began taking vitamin C this year and I am happy to report that we had no colds or flus this entire year. When lil A's entire school was getting the noravirus for an average of 2 weeks each - he got it one evening and was better the next day - an none of us caught it from him.
The other supplements he takes, such as vitamin e, vitamin D, B complex, calcium have also helped him greatly. He is doing well in sports, he has great endurance and strength because of these supplements. I have been giving him these supplements religiously and I feel that it is paying off.
My non-thal daughter takes progressives, osteocare, omega 3-6-9, nigella, lactoferrin and 250mg of vitamin C - I find that she has grown taller and stronger in a very short time this year. Her athletic abilities have also improved over the year.
Thanks again Andy - these supplements have benefitted our entire family, I hope that other members will also be sure to take their supplements.
Sharmin
Zaini:
You are right Andy,
I need to get my vitamin D tested,as i do experience tiredness a lot,although taking B-Complex has helped me a lot but still i have my episodes of tiredness,even once a doctor said that a woman's monthly cycle can also get disturbed due to lack of Vitamin D,and i am a victim of that too,which right now most doctors relate to having PCOS,but who knows it can be Vitamin D deficiency.I'll get myself tested ASAP .
Zaini.
Dori:
--- Quote from: Andy on June 18, 2009, 12:08:26 AM --- It probably is not your thyroid. It is far more likely to be lack of vitamin D. Please do not ignore this. I saw a difference in muscle fatigue in my legs within two days of raising my dose from 1000 to 2000 IU daily.
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I take only 200IU daily.... :huh
Manal:
Andy, i am really happy for you and hope that with the next check up you will have normal levels of vitamin D. Keep up the good work :wink
manal
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