The Dark Side of Vitamin D: The Deadly Elixir

💀Vitamin D is not a vitamin; it's a pro-hormone that strengthens bones, teeth, and immunity.

☀️Sunlight, fatty fish, egg yolks, and fortified milk are natural sources of vitamin D.

🌡️Vitamin D deficiency is prevalent in India due to pollution, clothing choices, and changing lifestyles.

💊The obsession with immunity has led to increased vitamin D supplementation, often exceeding recommended limits.

⚠️Overdosing on vitamin D can lead to headaches, hypertension, loss of appetite, constipation, diarrhea, and hypercalcemia.

Where can I get vitamin D from?

—Natural sources of vitamin D include sunlight, fatty fish, egg yolks, and fortified milk.

What are the symptoms of vitamin D deficiency?

—Symptoms of vitamin D deficiency include fragile bones, fatigue, muscle twitching, muscle pain, and low immunity.

Why is vitamin D deficiency prevalent in India?

—Vitamin D deficiency in India is attributed to pollution, clothing choices, and changing indoor lifestyles.

Is it safe to take vitamin D supplements?

—It is safe to take vitamin D supplements within the recommended dosage. However, exceeding the limits can lead to health complications.

What are the dangers of vitamin D overdose?

—Vitamin D overdose can cause headaches, hypertension, loss of appetite, constipation, diarrhea, and hypercalcemia, which can affect the kidneys, heart, and lungs.

00:10Vitamin D is being highly recommended, but overdosing can have fatal consequences.

00:22Vitamin D is not a vitamin; it's a pro-hormone that strengthens bones and teeth.

00:37Vitamin D deficiency is prevalent in India due to pollution and changing lifestyles.

01:01Natural sources of vitamin D include sunlight, fatty fish, and fortified milk.

01:14Vitamin D deficiency can lead to fragile bones, fatigue, muscle twitching, and low immunity.

02:27The obsession with immunity has led to increased vitamin D supplementation.

02:49Overdosing on vitamin D can cause headaches, hypertension, loss of appetite, and hypercalcemia.

04:17It's important to track your vitamin D dosage and consult a doctor to avoid health complications.