By Tanya Lee
August 10, 2018
Are you stumped at the cause of your chronic fatigue?
Vitamin D is one of the most common vitamin deficiencies in Canada.
In fact, roughly 1 billion people worldwide have insufficient levels of vitamin D in their blood and many people are unaware that it could be contributing to daily fatigue symptoms.
If you’re experiencing chronic fatigue or any of the following signs and symptoms, you may benefit from naturopathic solutions for chronic fatigue.
Let’s look into what exactly a vitamin D deficiency means for you and your body.
What Is Vitamin D?
Vitamin D is a family of active and inactive steroid molecules, most widely known for its crucial role in bone development and health.
Your body produces vitamin D from cholesterol when exposed to sunlight.
Recent research shows that sufficient levels of vitamin D positively influences your heart health, immune system, mood, and behaviour.
How Much Vitamin D Do I Need?
The recommended daily intake is around 400-800 IU, though many experts say that an even higher intake is ideal.
Although diet is a significant factor in your vitamin D levels, there are many other factors that affect your ability to absorb and utilize vitamin D
These factors include your age, genetics, skin pigmentation, sunscreen use, and sun exposure.
Even if you’re regularly exposed to the sun, you may be suffering from a vitamin D deficiency.
The Link Between Vitamin D And Chronic Fatigue
Vitamin D deficiency is often overlooked as a cause of chronic fatigue, but there are numerous studies which have shown a link between the two.
In a 2014 study conducted by the North American Journal of Medical Sciences, over one hundred adult patients with complaints of chronic fatigue were monitored before and after receiving treatment for their vitamin D deficiencies.
