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Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) is a fat-soluble vitamin that helps the body absorb calcium and phosphorus and facilitates immune system function. Taking adequate amount of Vitamin D is crucial for healthy bones and teeth. Its deficiency can lead to weak bones and skeletal deformities. Vitamin D3, popularly called the sunshine vitamin, is made by our skin after exposure to sunlight. Indoor lifestyles in urban areas in India are leading to inadequate exposure to sunlight. Studies have shown between 40-90% of the Indian urban population is deficient in vitamin D. Therefore, anyone who has insufficient exposure to sunlight should consider taking Vitamin D3 supplements.
Product Dimensions : 6 x 3 x 3 cm; 62 g
Date First Available : 11 September 2024
Manufacturer : EASTERN HEALTHCARE
ASIN : B0DGQF4DQY
Item part number : Vitamin D3
Country of Origin : India
Manufacturer : EASTERN HEALTHCARE
Packer : EASTERN HEALTHCARE
Item Weight : 62 g
Item Dimensions LxWxH : 6 x 3 x 3 Centimeters
Net Quantity : 1 count
Generic Name : Vitamin D3
Vitamin D3 and calcium are co-related in terms of their absorption. Whenever serum calcium level falls in our body, it results in faster conversion of vitamin D3 to its activated form to absorb calcium. If there is no calcium intake in our diet, then as soon as serum calcium level falls, it will provoke calcium absorption from our bones, depleting bone calcium stock to maintain blood levels. This weakens bones and makes them prone to fractures.
We need calcium, vitamin D3, phosphorus, magnesium, and zinc to maintain bone density. Approximately 80% of the phosphorous in our body is found in our bones and teeth. Activated vitamin D3 helps absorb calcium and phosphorous, helping maintain the mineral content of our bones and teeth.
Our immune system has T-cells, called killer cells of the body. They protect us from foreign bodies as they can differentiate between outside invaders and our own cells. Vitamin D3 strengthens our immune system by regulating T-cells. As soon as they sense the presence of foreign pathogens, “naive” T-cells are transformed into active killer T-cells in the presence of vitamin D3, protecting our body from infections and boosting immunity.
Low vitamin D3 levels are associated with various psychiatric conditions, mood fluctuations, and depression since vitamin D3 regulates the enzyme that converts the amino acid tryptophan to serotonin- a neurotransmitter affecting our mood and brain development. Hence, optimum vitamin D3 is needed for an active and relaxed mind.
Many research studies have associated a deficiency of vitamin D3 with an increased risk of cardiovascular diseases and related causative factors. Vitamin D3 gets converted into its active form in the presence of certain receptors and 1-alpha-hydroxylase, produced by various cells, including cardiomyocytes (heart muscle cells). So, vitamin D3 intake is necessary for a healthy heart.
Prolonged vitamin D3 deficiency can result in chronic kidney disease. Healthy kidneys are rich in vitamin D3 receptors, which help convert D3 to an activated form. In case of vitamin D3 deficiency, the parathyroid gland cannot sense that there is enough calcium and phosphorus in our blood, resulting in over secretion of parathyroid hormone, which drains excess calcium from our bones resulting in weak and fragile bones.
Vitamin D3 helps maintain healthy sleep and prevents mood disorders. Several studies have found an association between a lack of vitamin D3 and sleep disorders like insomnia and daylight sleepiness. The underlying reason could be melatonin, which is known to affect sleep patterns and plays a role in synthesising the first form of vitamin D3.
A study conducted in California found low vitamin D3 levels lead to fatty skeletal muscles. Fitness freaks or athletes who want to gain lean mass and reduce body fat percentage should ensure they have an optimum intake of vitamin D3 to improve their muscle strength.
