Voices of Wisanow Women

Vitamin D - The Super Hormone?? Yes, you won't believe this. Vitamin D deficiency is reaching epidemic levels in the U.S.

They used to say that just 15 -20 minutes being in the sun per day would satisfy your daily requirement for Vitamin D but it is not now true.... read on...

'You may be surprised to know that Vitamin D deficiency is reaching epidemic proportions in the United States. Currently 90% of our patients are Vit D deficient. The thought that a little Vitamin D in milk and 10 minutes of sunshine a day would be enough has not held true. A blood 25-OH Vitamin D level will determine your status. "Normal" blood levels range from 32-100. Research has shown than the higher your vitamin D level (within the normal range), the better the health benefit.'

This article was found here http://signaturewellness.org

The reason I have become so interested is that a year or so ago I started lacking energy as you do around 60. I was prescribed 4 prescription strength tablets over winter at the beginning of each month and whammo. Not only did I feel better but my nails finally started growing again.

It all started I guess being told to keep out of the sun due to our killer rays but the consequence is obviously being felt everywhere. Just thought all you midlife women might like to appreciate the benefits of this vitamin/hormone, so when you next see your GP ask for a course. It really does work wonders.
Raewyn