21 January 2022

9 Health Benefits of Vitamin D

By Parul Dube

Well-known as the “Sunshine Vitamin”, vitamin D is a nutrient and a hormone produced by the body. It is vital for calcium absorption and hence benefits the body in several ways. Let’s talk about the benefits of vitamin D.

Enhances Immunity

Vitamin D supports the immune system by metabolising enzymes and fights harmful bacteria and viruses. It also helps to keep influenza, flu, and other respiratory illnesses at bay.

Improves Oral Health

Vitamin D helps the body to absorb calcium and phosphate, crucial for building strong teeth enamel. It also repairs damaged dentin that supports the structure of the enamel.

Lowers the Risk of Diabetes

As per research, vitamin D supplementation helps lower the average blood sugar levels in people having type 2 diabetes. It helps in the proper functioning of hormones insulin and glucagon.

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Supports Mental Health

Depression is a serious mental health issue and challenging to detect. According to a study, a sufficient amount of vitamin D levels can significantly boost your mood and improve your mental health.

Lowers the Risk of Cancer

Moderate exposure of Vitamin D, directly from the sun, slows down the formation of a few types of tumours and cancerous cells. It is also good for immunity, reduces risks of degenerative diseases like, arthritis, Parkinson’s etc

Boosts Weight Loss

An experiment conducted by the University of Milan suggests that Vitamin D aids weight loss and improves the functioning of a calorie- deficit diet.

Supports Infant Health

Consumption of Vitamin D food is vital for children as deficiency of vitamin D can cause rickets, a condition that causes softening and weakening of bones.

Healthy Pregnancy

Pregnant women deficient in vitamin D may have a greater risk of developing preeclampsia and giving birth preterm. On the other hand, vitamin D consumption by pregnant mothers can reduce the risk of pre-eclampsia, gestational diabetes etc.

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