BETTER
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vitamin d - immunity

This essential vitamin cannot be ingested but is absorbed through exposure to sunlight. Vitamin D plays an important role in the body including contributing to normal function of the immune system.
Vitamin D contributes to:
- Normal absorption of calcium and phosphorus
- Normal blood calcium levels
- Maintenance of normal bones
- Maintenance of normal muscle function
- Maintenance of normal teeth
- Normal immune function
You will need to have your vitamin D levels assessed with a blood test and consult with a medical practitioner to ensure this therapy is appropriate for you. You may also be referred to your GP after consultation.

- Supports Bone Health:
Enhances calcium absorption, crucial for maintaining strong and healthy bones. - Boosts Immune System:
Helps the immune system fight off bacteria and viruses, reducing the risk of infections. - Reduces Inflammation:
Has anti-inflammatory properties that can help manage conditions like rheumatoid arthritis and other inflammatory diseases. - Improves Muscle Function:
Essential for muscle contraction and strength, reducing the risk of falls and fractures in older adults. - Supports Cardiovascular Health:
Linked to lower blood pressure and reduced risk of cardiovascular diseases.

- Enhances Mood and Mental Health:
Plays a role in regulating mood and warding off depression, especially seasonal affective disorder (SAD). - Reduces Risk of Diabetes:
Improves insulin sensitivity and may lower the risk of developing type 2 diabetes. - Promotes Weight Loss:
May aid in weight management by regulating appetite and fat storage. - Supports Respiratory Health:
Reduces the risk of respiratory infections and improves lung function. - Prevents Rickets in Children:
Essential for preventing rickets, a condition that causes weak or soft bones in children.

- Reduces Risk of Multiple Sclerosis:
Lower levels of vitamin D have been associated with a higher risk of multiple sclerosis. - Supports Brain Health:
May protect against cognitive decline and diseases like Alzheimer's by reducing brain inflammation. - Improves Heart Health:
Linked to a lower risk of heart attacks and strokes through its role in maintaining healthy blood vessels. - Enhances Dental Health:
Contributes to the formation and maintenance of strong teeth, reducing the risk of dental problems. - Supports Skin Health:
May help treat skin conditions like psoriasis by regulating skin cell production and inflammation.