Why is Vitamin D so important?

Vitamin D supports a host of functions within the body. It is commonly known for supporting bone density but it also helps to reduce inflammation, support the immune system, support sex hormone balance and function, ward off autoimmune disease and cancer and support metabolic health.

Vitamin D comes from the sun, however during the winter months and depending where you live, sunlight to vitamin D exposure may not be sufficient. Vitamin D is also found in animal fats such as butter, animal meats and eggs.

Ideal range: 120 - 200nmol/ L

Cofactors: magnesium and omega 3

Vitamin D:

• reduces the inflammatory response and prostaglandin production in patients with Endometriosis

• Can improve insulin sensitivity in PCOS

• Promotes the formation of a dominant follicle in PCOS

• In men, low vitamin D levels are linked to lower testosterone, lower sperm motility

• can reduce FSH (follicle stimulating hormone) in patients with poor ovarian reserve and advance maternal age

• is an important cofactor in progesterone production

• can improve AMH levels (both low and higher)

• increased requirements during Pregnancy, breastfeeding and postpartum