The study:

A study released in July 2017 has reported that what was previously thought a sufficient amount of vitamin D, 600 IU/day, was actually determined based on a statistical error.

The Institute of Medicine did a re-evaluation of the data and found that 8,895 IU/day was needed for 97.5% of individuals to achieve values ≥50 nmol/L. Another study confirmed that 6,201 IU/day was needed to achieve 75 nmol/L and 9,122 IU/day was needed to reach 100 nmol/L.

 

Vitamin D Roles

Vitamin D plays a very important role in our immune health including decreased risk of cancer, bone health, and might play some role in the prevention and treatment of type 1 and type 2 diabetes, hypertension, glucose intolerance, multiple sclerosis, and other medical conditions.
 

Action Steps

1. If you haven't had your vitamin D measured in the last 6 months ask your doctor to do this. Yes, we can very easily order this for you in the office!
2. If you are currently taking vitamin D INCREASE the dosage! Taking at least 5,000 IU/day is my standard recommendation. I personally typically take up to 10,000 because my levels were below 30.
3. Get your body out in the sun! 15- 20 minutes in non-peak hours with exposure to the arms, legs and if you can get your trunk exposed great! (Avoid between 10 AM - 2PM). Also make sure you have a brimmed hat on to protect your face.
4. Remember that during the winter months the sun is lower in the sky so it is often necessary to supplement if you are not already. I have some great products to support your vitamin D levels!
5. To read the article I am quoting visit it here: Vitamin D article