Vitamin D is so important that it is known as Hormone D.
The main functions of vitamin D are:
• Strengthening of bones and teeth (best known function), as it promotes increased absorption and transport of calcium and phosphorus to the bones.
• Diabetes Control, as it works to maintain the health of the pancreas, producing insulin, the hormone that regulates blood glucose levels.
• Improvement of the immune system, preventing bacterial and viral infections.
• Reduction of inflammation in the body, as it reduces the production of inflammatory substances. Consequently, there is a greater control of autoimmune diseases, such as Psoriasis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Lupus, among others.
• Prevention of diseases such as Multiple Sclerosis, some types of cancer (breast, prostate, colorectal and kidney cancer), due to the effect that vitamin D has on controlling cell death and reducing the formation and proliferation of malignant cells.
• Improved cardiovascular health, as it lowers blood pressure and the risk of other cardiovascular diseases.
• Muscle strengthening, participating in the process of muscle formation and being linked to greater muscle strength and agility.
• Antioxidant effect, being able to prevent premature aging, since it reduces the damage caused to cells by free radicals.
• Helps the body in the slimming process.
Like all other supplements, Vitamin D should only be recommended under medical supervision.
Have a fantastic weekend, consuming fish and egg yolks, the best sources of vitamin D, and sunbathing, moderately, in order to transform it into its active form (☀️)
