Hey there, viewers!
It can be difficult to get vitamin D, especially during winters when the sunlight is limited.
Vitamin D deficiency has become a health concern for so many of us.
But how do you know you have it?
In today’s video, we’re going to talk about 14 symptoms of vitamin D deficiency,
according to experts.
Do you feel tired all day long?
Could lower back pain be a sign?
What about aches, cramps, and pains in your muscles?
We’ll talk about all of these AND more...
1.
Fatigue While there are so many potential reasons
behind fatigue, vitamin D deficiency is one of the main ones.
If you’re constantly feeling tired, it’s probably because you’re not getting enough
of the nutrient.
In one study, around 90% of the participants who said they felt fatigued also had a vitamin
D deficiency.
Making sure your diet has enough vitamin D will go a long way in resolving the symptom.
If you wake up tired even after having a good night’s sleep, it could be a sign you’re
deficient in this vitamin.
Feeling tired all day long isn’t a symptom you should ignore.
Talk to a doctor to find out the reason behind your dipping energy levels.
Do you feel tired all day?
What do you do to boost your energy levels?
Sound off in the comment section, and start a conversation with our Bestie community...
2.
Lower Back Pain It’s quite normal to have sore muscles every
now and then.
This could be because of a strenuous workout, or a particularly tiring day.
But if you feel pain in the lower back on a constant basis, it could be because of vitamin
D deficiency.
Research shows that lower back pain in women comes from small amounts of vitamin D. Eating
foods that are rich in vitamin D can go a long way in helping you resolve the problem.
Looking for answers on all the latest health and wellness news?
Hit that “subscribe” button, and join our millions of followers.
Stay up to date on all our great Bestie content…
3.
Muscle Weakness Another symptom of vitamin D deficiency is
muscle weakness.
Sore muscles are common enough in the modern lifestyle.
But it’s not a good sign if your muscles feel weak on a regular basis.
Cramps are another indication that you’re not getting enough vitamin D. These symptoms
are especially worrisome if they occur in children.
When young kids don’t get enough vitamin D, they could end up with rickets.
This is a disease that affects bone development in children.
4.
Aching Muscles If you have pain in your muscles, with no
real explanation as to why it’s happening, it could be because of the lack of vitamin
D.
This is especially true if you feel the aches during the winter rather than the summer.
Research has shown that age has no bearing on aching muscles caused by a vitamin D deficiency.
You can experience it no matter how old you are.
5.
Bone Discomfort Pain in the bones can have a huge impact on
your life.
I mean, muscle aches are annoying, but bone pain can be really bad.
It makes it hard for you to perform daily tasks.
If your bones hurt when you put pressure on them, it’s likely because of a vitamin D
deficiency.
This is especially true if there’s discomfort in your breast or shinbone.
In one study, it was seen that pain and tenderness in your bones is usually brought on by the
lack of vitamin D in your diet.
Regardless of what the potential cause is, you should probably talk to a doctor if this
bone pain continues for an extended period.
6.
Trouble Sleeping It seems like these days, it’s much harder
to get the proper amount of rest.
Life is just too hectic.
Your nutrition often plays into this problem.
Experts suggest a lack of vitamin D could be one of the reasons for people not getting
a good night’s sleep.
If you don’t get enough vitamin D, both the quality and the amount of sleep you get
will be affected.
In a study of nearly 10,000 participants, it was seen that a vitamin D deficiency resulted
in a greater number of sleep disorders.
7.
Hair Loss As you age, it’s only natural for you to
lose your hair.
Some lose their hair quicker than others.
This is particularly true in the case of men.
For women, hair loss has more to do with a lack of vitamin D.
The less vitamin D you
get, the more hair will fall out.
In one study, it was found that the group of women who had lower levels of vitamin D
had greater issues with hair loss than the group with higher amounts of the vitamin.
8.
Eczema Have you ever had eczema?
If so, you know how annoying and miserable it can be.
When you suffer from this condition, you end up with skin that’s red and itchy.
This is usually because of a lack of Vitamin D.
A study showed that people who didn’t get the right amount of vitamin D had worse symptoms
of eczema than people who got a sufficient amount.
Before we move ahead, here’s another video you might like.
Just like vitamin D, there are several other vitamins and nutrients your body needs to
thrive on.
Here’s the ultimate guide on each and every vitamin your body is craving.
Now back to our discussion on 14 Symptoms of Vitamin D deficiency...
9.
Slow-Healing Wounds If you suffer a wound, it takes a little time
for the body to heal it completely.
However, if you find your wounds are taking a crazy amount of time to heal, it could be
because of a deficiency in vitamin D. In one study, it was seen that having enough
vitamin D in the system was crucial in order for patients to heal after surgery.
If you’ve suffered a bad wound and you notice it hasn’t been healing, talk to your doctor
and get to the bottom of it.
10.
Getting Sick Regularly If you’re getting sick on a regular basis,
it could be because of a deficiency in vitamin D. One study showed there was a direct relationship
between vitamin D and how the immune system takes action against infections and viruses.
To avoid getting sick, you need to make sure you have enough vitamin D in your diet.
In fact, a lack of this vitamin can increase your risk of developing autoimmune diseases,
and even cancer.
Much like slow-healing wounds, you need to talk to a professional if your illness continues
on.
You don’t want it to get worse.
11.
Dizziness Do you ever feel a quick bout of dizziness
coming on?
People who suffer from vertigo tend to feel dizzy quite often.
It’s like the world is spinning all around them.
This particular condition could be the result of a lack of vitamin D in your body.
In one study, people who didn’t have enough vitamin D developed this condition.
If you continue to ignore your vitamin D levels, it could get worse.
12.
Frequent Urinary Tract Infections A urinary tract infection can be very painful
to deal with.
This particular condition is caused by bacteria getting into your urinary tract.
Once it’s in, the bacteria multiply and cause all sorts of problems.
One of the reasons you suffer this particular infection is a lack of vitamin D. In one study,
it was seen women who frequently suffered from urinary tract infections weren’t getting
enough.
13.
Digestive Problems Anyone who has had to deal with inflammatory
bowel disease will tell you how much of an inconvenience it can be.
You will suffer from inflammation in the digestive tract regularly.
This means frequent bouts of diarrhea and abdominal pain.
But the good news is providing your body enough vitamin D can help reduce the symptoms.
In one study, people who did not have enough vitamin D not only raised their chances of
inflammatory bowel disease, but intensified them as well.
14.
Being Overweight Obesity rates are growing with each passing
day.
Given our stressful lifestyle, it seems like more of us are at greater risk.
If you’ve noticed you’ve gained a few pounds over the last while, check if your
body’s gotten the right amount of vitamin D. In one study, it was seen that obese people
had a 35% greater chance of vitamin D deficiency.
Interested in knowing more about nutritional deficiencies?
Vitamin D deficiency is quite common, similar to calcium and iron.
Have we sparked your interest?
Let’s keep the conversation going with a couple more nutrient-related videos, shall
we?
Here’s what you need to know.
Check out 10 Signs You Have An Iron Deficiency…
You can also try our video on 19 Signs You’re Suffering From Calcium Deficiency.
Go ahead, click one.
Or better yet, watch both, and learn more about health and nutrition.
Are you suffering from any of these symptoms of vitamin D deficiency?
Are you planning to get your vitamin D levels checked?
Let us know in the comments below!