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Are You Vitamin D Deficient?

October 30, 2018 By ashley Leave a Comment

vitamin D deficiency North Finchley

Most people these days seem to be vitamin D deficient. According to the blood tests of my patients, the majority are low in vitamin D.

You probably know vitamin D as the “sunlight” vitamin and that to get more vitamin D you have to spend more time in the sun.

But even with this knowledge, you’re probably still low in your vitamin D levels.

What Is Vitamin D and What Does It Do?

Vitamin D is one of the many nutrients your body needs in order to stay healthy. The most well known roles of vitamin D are;

  • Bone Health. Vitamin D helps your body absorb calcium and phosphorous which help keep your bones strong and healthy.
  • Block parathyroid hormone. Parathyroid hormone causes bone to be reabsorbed back in to the body. Vitamin D prevents excessive bone mineral loss.

These are the main roles of vitamin D, but more research is also suggesting that vitamin D has roles in;

  • Muscle Function- including muscle strength and function.
  • Your Immune System- a deficiency has been associated with increased autoimmune conditions and increased susceptibility to illness.
  • Inflammation- adequate levels of vitamin D have been shown to inhibit some inflammatory responses.
  • Protection Against Chronic Conditions- such as some cancers, colorectal disease, heart disease and type 2 diabetes.

Why Are Most People Low In Vitamin D?

Firstly if you’re living in the UK then we simply don’t have enough exposure to the sun throughout the year. But now that we’re approaching the winter, our sunlight exposure will be even less.

Even if there is enough sunlight, most of us can’t go out to bathe in it because we need to be indoors working.

But on the odd occasion when we do have an opportunity to sunbathe we often block the sunlight by applying sunscreen.

Not only that but the foods we can get some vitamin D in, we just aren’t eating enough of.

Your skin tone will also affect how much vitamin D your body needs. The darker your skin tone, the more vitamin D you will need and the more sunlight you will need to be exposed to.

How Can You Increase Your Vitamin D Levels?

Sun Exposure

It’s difficult at this time of year but we do get the odd sunny day. When it is sunny try and spend more time outdoors. Go for a walk, even if it’s for 15 minutes, it all adds up.

Dietary Sources

foods rich in vitamin D

We can get some vitamin D through food, particularly fatty foods.

You can find some vitamin D through oily fish like mackerel, sardines and salmon; dairy products like butter, eggs and cheese; liver and some fortified foods.

Supplements

Probably the easiest way of increasing your vitamin D levels especially during the dark winter months is through supplementation.

Most adults can take up to 4,000 IU/day and have no adverse reactions. However if you are going to take a vitamin D supplement you should get your levels tested first through your GP or by us because it is possible to take too much vitamin D and experience toxicity. A good dosage to start on for most adults is 1,000 to 2,000 IU/day.

I would also suggest you only use quality supplements rather than cheaper ones found in generic high street stores to ensure the quality is higher.

Final Thoughts

It is clear that the general population is suffering from a lack of vitamin D. Many of us simply just need to get out in the outdoors more and eat more foods rich in healthy fats containing vitamin D.

But it also may be beneficial for many of us to boost our vitamin D levels by taking a supplement. After all it seems that vitamin D has many beneficial roles in our health.

If you would like to discuss your optimal vitamin D levels (or anything else) then please contact me by email at ashley@precisionwellbeing.co.uk or speak to me by calling 0203 356 7060.

Speak to you soon,

Ashley

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*DISCLAIMER: The below reviews are customer reviews and are not necessarily reflective of typical results. Results may vary on an individual basis.

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Paul Branch
Paul Branch
11:55 22 Oct 18
I went to see Ashley with a bad back that left me unable to run, train or even walk properly. His help and treatments have very quickly got me back to normal and he's given me a lot of great advice and guidance for maintaining my fitness long term. I've met a few of the team there and everyone is very friendly, welcoming and professional. It's a great setup and I couldn't recommend him more highly.
Jamie Dunn
Jamie Dunn
11:47 13 Aug 18
Really enjoyed training with Ashley – I'd barely set foot inside a gym before but over 6-8 weeks he taught me a variety of exercises for the whole body and gave me the confidence to train on my own, as well as offering nutritional advice and helping me work to improve a knee problem. Everyone at Precision Wellbeing is friendly and welcoming too, and it's a really nice space to exercise in. Thanks!
SJ S
SJ S
13:10 27 Sep 18
Could not recommend the services offered by Precision Wellbeing Group more; I read some of the other great reviews on here before booking an appointment, and if anything the service I received exceeded my expectations. I saw Ashley for an initial consultation and then several follow-up sessions for muscle pain in my back; I was able to book my first consultation same day, and was able to book flexibly around my work schedule for all subsequent appointments. Ashley was extremely professional and highly knowledgeable, with a friendly conversational manner that helped to put me at ease at a time when I was suffering from quite a lot of pain. From the first appointment I noticed an improvement, but I was also impressed by how thorough the assessment and follow-up process was; it really helped me to feel more relaxed and reassured about my recovery. I've really noticed how both the treatment/exercises during sessions and recommendations for home have helped significantly with my back. I also feel skilled up with the exercises and recommendations I need to build my strength up and avoid re-injury moving forward. Overall, a great service that I would recommend to anyone.
Ben Freedman
Ben Freedman
15:15 18 Jun 18
Highly recommend. Michael has been absolutely superb. I have been seeing him due to a prolapsed disc and sciatica down my left leg. I have seen many back specialists in the past and have to say Michael is up there with the best. Very learned, very educated and informative and a pleasure to be around
Tamara Smith
Tamara Smith
12:27 31 Jul 18
I couldn't turn my head left or right for 2 weeks. One session with Ashley and my mobility is back, I understand where the issue originated and what postural/habit changes I need to make. I'm sending all my friends to him - thank you!
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Paul Branch
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11:55 22 Oct 18
I went to see Ashley with a bad back that left me unable to run, train or even walk properly. His help and treatments have very quickly got me back to normal and he's given me a lot of great advice and guidance for maintaining my fitness long term. I've met a few of the team there and everyone is very friendly, welcoming and professional. It's a great setup and I couldn't recommend him more highly.
Jamie Dunn
Jamie Dunn
11:47 13 Aug 18
Really enjoyed training with Ashley – I'd barely set foot inside a gym before but over 6-8 weeks he taught me a variety of exercises for the whole body and gave me the confidence to train on my own, as well as offering nutritional advice and helping me work to improve a knee problem. Everyone at Precision Wellbeing is friendly and welcoming too, and it's a really nice space to exercise in. Thanks!
SJ S
SJ S
13:10 27 Sep 18
Could not recommend the services offered by Precision Wellbeing Group more; I read some of the other great reviews on here before booking an appointment, and if anything the service I received exceeded my expectations. I saw Ashley for an initial consultation and then several follow-up sessions for muscle pain in my back; I was able to book my first consultation same day, and was able to book flexibly around my work schedule for all subsequent appointments. Ashley was extremely professional and highly knowledgeable, with a friendly conversational manner that helped to put me at ease at a time when I was suffering from quite a lot of pain. From the first appointment I noticed an improvement, but I was also impressed by how thorough the assessment and follow-up process was; it really helped me to feel more relaxed and reassured about my recovery. I've really noticed how both the treatment/exercises during sessions and recommendations for home have helped significantly with my back. I also feel skilled up with the exercises and recommendations I need to build my strength up and avoid re-injury moving forward. Overall, a great service that I would recommend to anyone.
Ben Freedman
Ben Freedman
15:15 18 Jun 18
Highly recommend. Michael has been absolutely superb. I have been seeing him due to a prolapsed disc and sciatica down my left leg. I have seen many back specialists in the past and have to say Michael is up there with the best. Very learned, very educated and informative and a pleasure to be around
Tamara Smith
Tamara Smith
12:27 31 Jul 18
I couldn't turn my head left or right for 2 weeks. One session with Ashley and my mobility is back, I understand where the issue originated and what postural/habit changes I need to make. I'm sending all my friends to him - thank you!
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*DISCLAIMER: The above reviews are customer reviews and are not necessarily reflective of typical results. Results may vary on an individual basis.

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We help clients by providing; osteopathy, sports massage, deep tissue massage, nutrition, functional medicine and personal training.

We cover the following North London areas: Barnet, Totteridge, Whetstone, North Finchley, Muswell Hill, Highgate, East Finchley and West Finchley, Woodside park
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