The Warning Signs and Symptoms of Vitamin D Deficiency | Dr. Mark Hyman
Mark Hyman
Oct 25, 2024
Mindsip insights from this episode:
Address nutrient deficiencies to prevent chronic illnesses
Many chronic illnesses like osteoporosis and cancer are 'long latency deficiency diseases' that develop over long periods from nutrient deficiencies.
Test for vitamin D deficiency with a simple thumb press
You can test for potential vitamin D deficiency by pressing your thumb hard on your shin; if it hurts, you are likely deficient or insufficient.
Maintain vitamin D levels above 50 ng/dL to eliminate COVID death risk
If your vitamin D level was over 50 nanograms per deciliter, your risk of death from COVID was zero.
Only apply skin products you would eat
A basic rule for anything you put on your skin is if you wouldn't eat it, you shouldn't put it on your skin because it gets absorbed.
Embrace sun exposure to reduce mortality risk
A large study found that avoiding sun exposure can nearly double your risk of death from all causes compared to those who get regular sun.
Test blood to determine personalized vitamin D dosage
The optimal vitamin D level is between 45 to 75 ng/mL, and you must test your blood to know your personalized daily dose, which can range from 1,000 to 10,000 IU.
Elevate vitamin D levels to reduce flu risk by 75%
Having adequately elevated vitamin D levels can lower your risk of getting the flu by 75%, which is more effective than the flu vaccine.
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