1. Strong bones and healthy teeth
Vitamin D supports the absorption of dietary calcium, which is essential for keeping bones and teeth strong. Without enough vitamin D, bones can become weak and brittle, especially as women age. Vitamin D helps the absorption of calcium, and a diet deficient in calcium can lead to osteoporosis in later life. Specifically, vitamin D supports bone mass and density in post-menopausal women.
2. Supports healthy immune system function
Your immune system relies on vitamin D to function properly. A healthy immune system allows the body to fight off infections efficiently.
3. Muscle health
Feeling fatigued or experiencing muscle weakness? It could be related to vitamin D! Vitamin D supports muscle strength. Research shows that suboptimal vitamin D significantly increases the likelihood of age-related loss of muscle strength, particularly in older individuals[1].
Are you getting enough vitamin D?
Exposing your skin to sunlight supports innate vitamin D production, however factors like sunscreen use, working indoors and covering up for cultural or health reasons can limit how much you get. Vitamin D can also be sourced from food, such as fatty fish, eggs, sun-exposed mushrooms and fortified dairy products and plant milks, so it is worth including these in the diet.
Women may benefit from supplementation to support vitamin D levels in the body, especially during winter or if much of your time is spent indoors. If you are looking for additional support, why not try a product in the Herbs of Gold Vitamin D Range. Available as a capsule (Vitamin D3 1000) and a delicious liquid (Vitamin D3 1000 Liquid), our vitamin D products are high-strength, vegan-friendly formulas crafted to support bone, muscle and immune system health. No matter your preference, Herbs of Gold has you covered!
Always read the label and follow the directions for use.
[1]Aspell, N., Laird, E., Healy, M., Lawlor, B., & O'Sullivan, M. (2019). Vitamin D […] is associated with impaired muscle strength and physical performance in community-dwelling older adults: findings from the English longitudinal study of ageing. Clinical Interventions in Aging, 1751-1761.
