11 Bizarre Symptoms of Vitamin D Deficiency (You NEED to Know)
Bone pain and weakness
1. Vitamin D Deficiency – Yale Medicine
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Fatigue 1. Vitamin D Deficiency: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment – Cleveland Clinic
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Muscle weakness 1. Vitamin D Deficiency – Yale Medicine
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Mood changes, such as depression 1. Vitamin D Deficiency: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment – Cleveland Clinic
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Frequent infections 1. Vitamin D, infections and immunity | Reviews in Endocrine and Metabolic Disorders
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Hair loss 1. Role of vitamin D in hair loss: A short review – PubMed
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Delayed wound healing 1. Correlation between vitamin D levels and hard-to-heal wounds: a systematic review
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Bone fractures (especially in children) 1. How Vitamin D Affects Bone Health – FootCareMD
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Note: These symptoms can also be caused by other conditions, so it’s important to consult with a healthcare professional for a proper diagnosis.
If you’re concerned about your vitamin D status, consider:
Increasing your sun exposure: Spending time outdoors in the sun can help your body produce vitamin D. 1. Benefits of Spending Time Outdoors | Skin Cancer – CDC
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Dietary changes: Include foods rich in vitamin D, such as fatty fish, fortified milk and cereals, and egg yolks. 1. Which foods are high in vitamin D? – British Heart Foundation
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Supplements: Consult with a healthcare provider to determine if a vitamin D supplement is right for you.