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