Immune System Health
Throughout the year, but particularly in the winter months our immune system is challenged by coughs, colds and other seasonal sickness. Vitamin D
has been shown to support your immune system.
Bone Strength
Keeping our bones strong, healthy and brittleness-free is a primary role of the mighty Vitamin D. Evidence shows that sufficient Vitamin D is required to reduce the risk of falls, postural instability and muscle weakness, especially in people over 60s and post-menopausal women.
Vitamin D, A Vitamin For All Seasons
Dr Alison Tedstone, Chief Nutritionist at Public Health England, says: “Vitamin D is important for our bone and muscle health. We advise that everyone, particularly the elderly, those who don’t get outside and those with dark skin, takes a vitamin D supplement containing 10 micrograms (400IU) every day. This year, the advice is more important than ever with more people spending more time inside…”
Dr Louis Levy, Head of Nutrition Science at Public Health England, said: ‘A healthy, balanced diet and short bursts of sunshine will mean most people get all the vitamin D they need in spring and summer. However, everyone will need to consider taking a supplement in the autumn and winter if you don’t eat enough foods that naturally contain vitamin D or are fortified with it. And those who don’t get out in the sun or always cover their skin when they do, should take a vitamin D supplement throughout the year.’
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Menopause & Your Bone Health
Women can lose up to 20% of their bone density in the 5 to 7 years after the menopause.
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