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Hi could someone please help me to understand if I need to take vitamin D. I have been told I have been taking it wrong in just taking it on its own. I take 3000iu. Thank you

25 hydroxy vitamin D2 <6.0

25 hydroxy vitamin D 47.3

Total 25 OH vitamin D 47.3 (25 - 50 vitamin D deficiency. Supplementation is indicated)

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When taking D3, we also need to take K2-MK7 and magnesium, they are important co-factors .

Vit D aids absorption of calcium from food and K2 directs it to bones and teeth rather than arteries and soft tissues/organs.

You can get combo D3/K2 or take a spare K2 supplement, they are usually 100mcg.

Both D3 and K2 are fat soluble so should be taken with the fattiest meal of the day.

vitamindcouncil.org/about-v...

There are different forms of magnesium, see which would suit you best here and take in the evening as it is calming naturalnews.com/046401_magn...

PS - yes, you need to take it, as you can see you fall into the deficient category. Recommended level is 100-150.

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There is a commentary on "How Much Vitamin D Do I need ? at vitaminduk.com

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