Wednesday, November 30, 2011

Are you getting enough vitamin D?

80% of Americans may have insufficient levels of vitamin D.

Why vitamin D is important:
Increased levels of vitamin D can boost your heart health.
Increased levels of vitamin D can help strengthen your immune system.
Vitamin D plays a major role in healthy cell development.
Almost 44 million women and men in the U.S. are at risk for osteoporosis. 
Vitamin D is essential for calcium absorption for maintaining strong bones.
Adequate calcium and vitamin D throughout life, as part of a well-balanced diet, may reduce the risk of osteoporosis.

Are you getting enough vitamin D?
You may need MORE vitamin D during the fall and winter.
You may need MORE vitamin D if you are olive-skinned or darker.
You may need MORE vitamin D if you work indoors.
You may need MORE vitamin D as you age.
You may need MORE vitamin D if you live north of L.A.
You may need MORE vitamin D if you are overweight.
You may need MORE vitamin D if you don't exercise regularly.

Vitamin D supports:
A healthy heart
A strong immune system
Healthy cell development
Healthy bones and teeth