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This is what is strange or dangerous about vitamin d supplements. When you get it from sunlight there is no rule that you have to take vitamin k. Also vitamin d and vitamin I supplements can cause insomnia. So frustrating
Thank you, Dr. Snipes. I am now taking D3 and I’ve been having more energy and also I had a problem with walking but since I’ve been taking vitamin d3. My walking is much better.
Within 1 day of taking vitamin d3 my brain and energy is way up. But most importantly I developed psoriasis about 14 years ago when I had my daughter. Within 1 day I see a major difference. It usually takes over my scalp in the winter, it clears up a bit in the warmer months however I noticed that no scalps developed overnight like usual.
I have been unable to walk. Sometimes I cannot even walk for few feet due to severe ankle Pain. The doctor had my vitamin D tested. It was only 12. I hope now i will be on the road ro recovery.
Thank you Dr Snipes, I can attest to linkange of vitamin D and poor sleep. Have been struggling with insomia for almost a year, tried almost everything out there including medication and I was not responding, until I visited health centre where they took blood test and discovered I have vitamin D deficiency. Have been on the suppliment for a week and 2 days ago I manage to sleep throughout the night without aid of any substance.
Wow this makes me so happy to read.. I have been struggling with insomnia as well. I used to take vitamin D but I stopped years ago. I am ordering some right now!!
After going to ER on 05/28/22 due to Acid reflux/gastritits/ulcers, I was very dizzy/heart palpitations. I scored 20.5 ng/dl on Vit D. Doctor said to take 500 IUs. Nothing changed. I am 100% recuperated from gastritis due to natural remedies/diet. Lost 30 lbs; but dizziness was not going away. Had my ears checked; everything Ok. Doctors said it was anxiety. Until I watch someone's video who linked the low vitamin D with dizziness. Last Thursday 10/06/2022 (6 days) I started taking 10,000 IUs per day. Dizziness is going away; now I just have a mild sensation of a headache. Heart palpitations are gone. I have read the body takes time to convert D3 to be usable; so I am being patient with the results. I am also taking about 1000mg of potassium (from food); and 300mg of magnesium. Yesterday, 10/10/2022, I took a vitamin D test and will report the results. I am so glad this is helping. Cheers!
Do you have an update on your results? Has your dizziness gone away? Very interested in your findings as my symptoms seem so very similar and I've just increased my Vit D from 2k to 6k a day. I will increase gradually, however did you go from 500 to 10k in one shot?
@@philipreilly6759 Hello. My 10/10/22 vit D test came up to 34ng. I increased the dose to 15,000 IUs per day since I learned that 10,000 IUs would just keep you where you are. It has been a bit over a month since then. I used the Dminder app to keep track and get a sense of my levels. By now, I should be around 60ng. Today 11/17/22, I am requesting my doctor for a new blood test to verify levels. I have been taking K2, magnesium, potassium, zinc, iron supplements, and others also. Realized I also have insulin resistance, working on that with good diet, exercise, good sleep, and intermitent fasting (no food after 7pm to 10am next day). I keep drinking aloe vera juice: gastritis pains gone; dizziness gone, headaches gone. Heart palpitations gone. Once I reach 60ng; then I would decrease dosage to 2000 ius and see results. I learned you must drink at least 2 litera of water daily to help your kidneys filter all minerals and avoid build up of calcium in blood and kidney stones.
Thank you ! I've been on Vit D3 & K2 about 7 years and am a senior. It upsets me that our western medical practioners are not doing preventative medicine and take us off everything when we go in the hospital for surgery and medical reasons. It's like they want our health to go down so they can make more money for big Pharma and For profit hospitals etc...
Pushing covid vax right me that 😢 I've been taking D3, zinc, quercetin, for immunity You don't need "calcium " The K2, puts the D3 into the bones Skin cancer may Come from seed oils With sun
They probably are looking to establish the patients body to standard conditions, where potential drug interactions are limited. I used to agree about the lack of preventive care, but my current direct experience is with a primary care and cardiologist who I find myself in complete agreement regarding Vitamin D3 and K2, as well as low carbohydrate and ketogenic diets. Just maybe, things are beginning to change.
I do not eat fortified packed foods, grains included. I eat salmon tuna, sardines, eggs, and I take regular sunny days walks with an every other day supplement. I was very D3 deficient also B12. Symptoms were there, but I though, I was getting old. I also eliminated at least 90% of sugars and decreased my total carbs to less than 50 gr. Best thing I've done for my health. I feel 20 years younger, and I sleep better. My dr failed to educate me, so I took it upon myself. Luckily, I am an RN, who knows some about these things. Ironically, I was no paying attention to my own body complains. Thanks for the good lecture.
I think Doc Snipes should be watching Dr. Berg and that whole gang of Keto docs who are making a difference. She is oblivious and who in their right minds is taking 500IUs and hoping to increase their Vit D.
@@AaditDesai-wk3zk Sleep patterns are not the same in humans. We are expected to get a minimum of 8hrs. In my case, I always being an insomniac. For me, sleeping six to seven hours is good. With this diet my sleep has improved, but I still have a fewer poor sleep days. That said, at the beginning, with the keto diet, you may experience a few days of discomfort sleep included. This is your body's confusion with the changes. It does get better, and overtime symptoms of disease and issues, usually improve and even go into some kind of remission like diabetes. If you still have too much difficulty with your sleep, take note of what you are doing like eating close to bed, consuming more carbs than recommended, not eating enough fat, not exercising enough, etc. Some medications also interfere with sleep, some nutrient deficits too, confusion of circadian rhythm.I hope this helps.
So after taking medication are your hair doing fine or do you still see hair fall? I have severe hair fall and obviously hair thinning, I got Vitamin D tested and its just 27.
I am glad that worked out for you and I appreciate you watching. Please remember to talk to your doctor before taking vitamin D, or any other supplements because we can easily overdose on a vitamin or a supplement and that can be life threatening.
I loose my 5 years due to vitamin D deficiency, I consult with multiple doctors because I was suffering severe fatigue, mode swing, unable to learn new things but no one ask me for Vitamin D test. Last month one of Doctor advised me for D test and it was 17 only, testosterone was at 190 and B12 was also at 230. I am 41, after this I start using D+K (5000 IU D3 and 180 mcg K2)along with omega 3( 1100 EPA 1100 DHA) and believe me my life start changing, now I can study continuously. No Fatigue, no weakness, I can continuously work. Major changes in erection level also, memory is also improving.
hey I’m suffering from depression without any reason no motivation… I was deficient 3months ago 16 now my level is 97 but my so many symptoms gone just as heart palpitations, headache ,dizziness,vertigo, body pain but depression not gone properly how long did it take me to recover from depression
For me the best vitamin D is sunshine it seems and I'm now 68 and always worked outside and never had skin problems. I'll be tanning today in south west FL. I'm 1/2 Italian and my mom was amazed how it tan. All the albinos I know had some form of skin cancer. All these years most doctors "lied" about the benefits of sunshine.
does she have her blood levels checked periodically? i don’t think that doseage is recommended long term. i am going to take 25,000 a day for a month or so, then get checked
This is SO fascinating!! Than you for making this video. I have a couple of malabsorption issues & recently I paid to get 'all the things' tested assuming I probably had across the board vitamin deficiencies. I was shocked to find that my Vitamin D was ok. Not great, but still within normal limits. Somehow I never realized that eggs had vitamin d in them. (I eat a Lot of eggs) I bet that is why my D is pretty ok. Yay for free range chickens. :)
Good summary. A few notes: Wearing clothes prevents uvb from getting to the skin. Sunscreen blocks 90 percent uvb. Talking about vitamin D without discussing 25 hydroxy is missing the point. The 600iu RDA is fine for preventing bone disease and was established a long time ago. Along with 25 hydroxy of 30ng/ml. Now we know vitamin D is necessary for the immune system to operate properly. A more optimal health of greater than 50ng/ml. I take 5000iu D3 with a resulting 63 ng/ml. But if you have underlying autoimmune issues you may know or not be aware of 5000iu may be 20ng/ml. Hypercalcemia risk is overstated at 5 or 10,000iu D3, which is .125 and .5 mg D3. D2 plant based is not as well absorbed as D3. Due to half lives D3 should it should be taken daily possibly weekly. Expectant mothers should take it daily. Humans that are tribal or work outside have 25hydroxy of 60 to 80 ng/ml without supplements.
@@amayautumn the best advice my doctor gave me was to do my own research. MDs don't have the time to keep up on medical advances and they are not taught about nutrition. Their knowledge is pharmaceutical based. So I educate myself to ask better questions. Medicine is open source now.
@@organicfireorganicfire1236 really ? I cannot tolerate any food I think it’s because my gut is completely leaky. My vit D is 6. I’m going to try codliver
Sunshine vitamin or steroid hormone was the most powerful medicine on every living things on earth given by our CREATOR. SUN EXPOSURE The best way to get vitamin D3 is through sun exposure. Go outside and get some sun, especially in the mid-day when it’s the strongest. However, many of us use sun block, which is good for our skin but not so helpful when it comes to the production of vitamin D3. By blocking out the UVA and UVB rays, sun block can interfere the skin’s ability to synthesize vitamin D3. GOD BLESS.
Another question as you seem excited about spreading the good D3 information ! Its amazing really ! In you expert opinion what should our levels be for good health ? Optimal levels ?
80 to 100 is apparently optimal, takes a bout a year of 20k - 50 k iu/day to get there, take vit K2 with it, i wd get my levels checked every month if youre taking that much but thats the therapeutic dose.
My calves swell in the evening a lot, even wearing socks is sometimes uncomfortable. I checked my vitamin D and as it appeared, it was critically low .
@@DocSnipes I have bone marrow cancer (Myelofibrosis) and I read that a Japanese study said that Vitamin D3 is NOT good for MF patients, so my Oncologist told me to stop. Sigh...I lost all my teeth, and I definitely think my extremely low levels caused a lot of problems.
I've started taking Vitamin D throughout the week and already noticed way fewer days where my energy is zapped. I hope other things will improve as I keep taking it
Great video. I disagree with eating cereal and milk. All the healthy nutrients have been removed and you’re left with sugar. Test tour glucose levels after a big bowl of cereal and 2 percent milk. It will sky rocket 😩😩. Might as well eat a snickers bar and a soda , exact same result with the glucose levels
@@iamthefiremanjjhey I’m suffering from depression without any reason no motivation… I was deficient 3months ago 16 now my level is 97 but my so many symptoms gone just as heart palpitations, headache ,dizziness,vertigo, body pain but depression not gone properly how long did it take me to recover from depression
Yes it is true. Hair thining infections n knee pain etc. Lots of problems with other symptoms. After having mild covid my blood test showed that I was very much low in Vit D. After taking Vit D there is lot of improvement in my hair n general health.
@@DocSnipesI’m a 12 with vitamin D deficiency. My ear is muffled /clogged. Can this be a symptom of D deficiency? I’ve spoken to several people that are deficient and they had this as a symptom.
@@DocSnipes I think your style is very compelling. My main source of information on vitamin D3 I from DR STEVEN GUNDRY AND ON HIS ADVICE I TAKE 25,000 international units as a maintenance dose & 50000 I u at the first sign of a cold I don’t develop an illness. I also take IONIC ZINC &. ELDER BERRY SYRUP. WHY DONT YOU DO A VIDEO ON THESE AMAZING SUBSTANCES Thanks for your great service ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Maybe it's harder to force oneself outside when you're living in a multystory house, thanks for the reminder, I really do keep forgetting that body needs some sunlight
Had an outbreak of urticaria for first time in my life. Was prescribed antihistamines and other prescriptions with little improvement and was going to get expensive shots. Read an article about a study that people with urticaria outbreaks were often low in vitamin D. When I added a vitamin D supplement I started seeing improvement in fewer hive breakouts. Was I just getting better on my own or was it the Vitamin d I cannot not medically say for sure but I do believe the extra vitamin D had an impact. A year later I am hive free.
It’s great to hear that you’re experiencing fewer hive breakouts. While I can’t provide medical advice, there is some research suggesting that vitamin D can play a role in immune function and skin health. It’s possible that the vitamin D supplement contributed to your improvement, but it’s also possible that your condition was improving on its own. If you have further concerns or need more personalized advice, it’s best to consult with your healthcare provider.
Great content! Thank you! One note, for 44% of the population with MTHFR SNPs, fortified food (folic acid) NEGATIVELY affects mood. See more info from Dr Ben Lynch & Gary Brecka. Be careful of “fortified” foods. Arm yourself with knowledge. Like everything in life quality matters. As does the quality of your Vit D source. 🙏🏼
Sunshine vitamin or steroid hormone was the most powerful medicine on every living things on earth given by our CREATOR. SUN EXPOSURE The best way to get vitamin D3 is through sun exposure. Go outside and get some sun, especially in the mid-day when it’s the strongest. However, many of us use sun block, which is good for our skin but not so helpful when it comes to the production of vitamin D3. By blocking out the UVA and UVB rays, sun block can interfere the skin’s ability to synthesize vitamin D3. GOD BLESS.
Great video, Doc! We love Vitamin D. And it may play a role in cancer prevention, but research is ongoing. Some studies suggest it may help reduce the risk of certain cancers, like colorectal cancer. However, there's no conclusive evidence that vitamin D supplements prevent cancer.
interested in the statement that vitamin D synthesis is limited at high latitudes from Nomember through April. Since the solstice is around the third week of December, that range begins roughly two months before mid-winter and extends 3 to 4 months afterwards. Would have guessed this range would have had symmetry around mid-winter. I'd be interested in an explanation of this theory.
Vitamin D plays vital roles in maintaining overall health. It promotes calcium absorption for strong bones and teeth, supports muscle function, and enhances immune system response. The vitamin also helps regulate inflammation and contributes to brain health. Low vitamin D levels can lead to serious health consequences. In children, deficiency causes rickets, resulting in soft, weak, and deformed bones. Adults may develop osteomalacia, characterized by bone pain and muscle weakness. Other effects of deficiency include increased risk of falls, muscle aches, and potential bone fractures. Some populations are particularly vulnerable to deficiency, including older adults, people with dark skin, those with limited sun exposure, and individuals with certain medical conditions affecting nutrient absorption.
Thank you for sharing this informative summary on the importance of vitamin D! It’s amazing how many roles it plays in our overall health, from bone strength to immune function and even brain health. Vitamin D deficiency is definitely something to be mindful of, especially for those at higher risk like older adults or individuals with limited sun exposure. It’s a reminder of how crucial it is to get adequate vitamin D, whether through sunlight, diet, or supplements. Have you personally found any effective ways to maintain healthy vitamin D levels? What’s your favorite way to get your daily dose of vitamin D-through sunlight, food, or supplements?
ok i have been Vitamine D Deficient for a few years I'm not an outside person so as far getting sun light is something I have been trying to work on I do go outside but just to do what I need to do and or go and I'm back in the house I do suffer from insomnia I have since I was a little girl I smoke I have recently cut back its been lets say 3 or 4 weeks I also did hair so over the years of doing so I have at some point and time my hands began to lock up so my doctor did say I form arthritis I'm not which type of arthritis I have also noticed my feet and legs swellon my doctor said I was Vitamine D Deficient was really bad i have taki en the D3 1000 being that i don't like taking pills its very hard for me to take them is there another way that D3 1000 can given to those like myself that don't like to take pills
Are you taking the soft gel form? The yellow looking soft one? It seems very easy to swallow, I just started taking it. Or the vitamin D3 chews or gummies.
I think this is good for you What is the downside of increasing your level's vitamin D Are you above the 43% Maybe you are maybe you're not Are you older 50 or 60 Or are you indoors all the time like children that don't play on the playground anymore Do do they get enough playground time An hour A-day maybe I just don't see any downside This is good for America
Few years back I was vitamin D deficient and was prescribed 10000 ii once a week. Felt like I was in a sunny day with best of mood within hours in the beginning. Over time I phased out taking the specific vitamin, only multi vitamins. Lately I have been feeling depressed without always having a reason. Today felt like crap them suddenly remembered about vitamin D. Took 10000 about 1 hour ago . Kid you not it's already begun to lift my mood. Guess I'll have to make sure to pay attention!
10,000 iu/day is a MINIMUM basic dose; a therapeutic dose is 20,000 to 50,000iu/day with vit K2...get your levels checked monthly on this dose; once they get to 80, drop the dose down...
@@Lauren-vd4qe I'll try. But turns out that alcool twice a week and venlafaxine don't go well. I ended up stopping alcool and having to go from up one dose to 150mg. And I'm doing normal again. Can't live without the med anymore or I get paranoid from the anxiety tried gradually decreased but got burnt from the first hardship.... Wish I never took the med route in the first place since I don't like the idea of depending on them but it's how it turned out. I'll try up the D still just to see if it helps fine tune my mood more.
definitely never take the alcohol, its a poison to your system! and another thing to completely AVOID is coffee!! its a drug and a dehydrant, and it drives OUT all the B vitamins from your body VERY AGGRESSIVELY INDEED!! and you NEED a LOT of B vitamins to stay calm and rational. most pple have NO CLUE about this. so quit coffee/sugar/alcohol and take LARGE doses of Niacin (no flush variety) B3, its the HALLMARK holisitic remedy for paranoia of any type; well known to cure it! and magnesium gluconate or bisglyconate is excellent with niacin for this condition. I wd take 2-4 capsules of niacin (no flush variety is imperative) with 2 capsules of 200 mg magnesium before bedtime EVERY night. you will soon cut down/quit your meds if you do this; SOO much easier better for your body...get them at any serious health food store; I get the natural factors brand niacin and the mag product either at the health food store (groc stores wont carry such a specialized product) or on amazon.@@bleupapillons
Well doctors need to do your job and talk to the patients about vitamin D! The problem with America is everyone is worrying about people they don’t know instead of worrying about their own bodies!
my heart always palpitate, my propronolol doesnt change my palpitation sometimes, untill i try to drink vitamin d3 supplement, it amazed me my heart palpitation stop, i dont know why
Daily is best. It will take about a month for your body to ramp up when taking D3. I take 10,000iu D3 daily. You have a good doctor. 10,000iu is .25mg D3. 50,000 is 1.25mg D3
How do you recommend we maintain homeostasis of vitamin D , A , Magnesium and calcium when supplementing with these high doses of vitamin D. I know D requires magneisum to become active and that we should include k2 so that any calcium stays within the bone . Now also Vitamin A plays a role in this . Let’s say we take drops 4,000iu vitamin D with k2. I don’t eat any dairy due to an allergy and don’t get much calcium in my diet and sometimes find that supplementing Vitamin D makes me feel weird . Sometimes getting bone and joint aches etc … I’m thinking that maybe adding a few cups of almond milk per day can help the calcium levels . My vitamin D is low always usually 20 or less so I bought a vitamin D lamp that I will be using daily and supplementing once a day .
Thank you for watching. Maintaining homeostasis is a personal matter and it requires doing what is right for you, based on your needs. What works for a person, may not work for another. What does your doctor recommend?
hey I’m suffering from depression without any reason no motivation… I was deficient 3months ago 16 now my level is 97 but my so many symptoms gone just as heart palpitations, headache ,dizziness,vertigo, body pain but depression not gone properly how long did it take me to recover from depression
I'm really sorry to hear that you're going through this. It's great to hear that some of your physical symptoms have improved with the correction of your vitamin D deficiency, but I understand how frustrating it can be when the emotional symptoms, like depression, don't resolve as quickly. Depression can be complex, and even though improving your vitamin D levels is a significant step, it might not be the only factor contributing to your symptoms. Recovery from depression can vary from person to person. It can depend on various factors, including your overall health, other underlying conditions, your environment, and the support systems you have in place. For some, it might take a few months to notice a significant improvement, especially if there are still other contributing factors at play. It might be helpful to work closely with a healthcare professional to explore other potential causes and treatments, such as therapy, lifestyle changes, or medications, if appropriate. Please remember that you're not alone in this, and reaching out for support-whether through therapy, support groups, or trusted friends and family-can be an important part of your recovery. Healing takes time, but with the right support and strategies, there’s hope for improvement. Also, I’d be grateful if you were to share what you found most useful from the video. Additionally, if you're interested in more tips on the topic or if you want to explore my video library, you can use my AI: allceus.com/AskDocSnipes.
I just got my results back and it seems im at a level of 8.8 which seems quite low. Was only given a script for 2k iu per day so not sure what to do to heal it since seems low. Seems to cause a lot of issues this deficiency. Thanks should i slowly increase or double my dosage.
Thank you for sharing your results. A level of 8.8 is indeed quite low, and vitamin D deficiency can cause a variety of issues, such as fatigue, mood disturbances, and bone health problems. While 2,000 IU per day is a common starting dose, it’s important to follow your doctor’s advice closely. If you feel uncertain or concerned about the dosage, I recommend discussing it with your healthcare provider, as they may adjust your dose based on your specific needs and monitor your levels over time. Sometimes, for very low levels like yours, doctors might prescribe a higher dose for a short period to boost your levels more quickly. But it's crucial to get guidance from a professional before making any changes on your own to avoid taking too much, as high doses over time can have risks as well. Additionally, make sure you’re getting some sun exposure if possible, eating vitamin D-rich foods, and keeping an eye on how you feel as you start the supplementation. Best of luck, and I hope your levels improve soon!
@@DocSnipes thanks for the response. My doctor is private and honestly not interested in discussing or helping me resolve the issue. He just wrote a script for 12 months and nothing else. Sadly this place is only about profits and nothing else. Maybe I'll ask a pharmacist or someone else
@@DocSnipes could these low levels of vitamin d be truly affecting my life by not being able to do everyday normal things because of extreme anxiety and weird sensations and numbness all over my body? Thanks anyways
@@Numerounopapichulo If your doctor is not available to answer questions, you actually have to act responsibly. There are very good videos on the internet for this. Unless you are an absolute lightweight, you won't achieve much with the 2000 iu. But please also think about supplementing with the vital substances magnesium and vitamin K2.
2k IU is not enough. My level is also 8.8 only. My doctor prescribed me 60K IU d3 per week for 8 weeks. But I am taking them daily along with 400 mg magnesium glycinate. Planning to take 200 mcg vitamin K2 as well. I will take them for a few days, after that I'm going to take 20000 iu per day.
Take a minimal amount of 4000 IU per day, together with fatty or oily food for good absorption of this vitamin D3. It is a very good habit to combine your vitamin D3 suppletion with good absorbable magnesium (like magnesium bisglycinate) and at least 100 micrograms of vitamin K2. Never use seed oils (aka vegetable or processed poly unsaturated fats or margarine. All these oils like sunflower, safflower, cottonseed, soy, peanut and other oils are very very sensitive to reaction with oxygen, and becoming rancid. These oils promote low grade chronic inflammation, which in turn promotes some cancers, heart and vessel diseases, kidney disease, high blood pressure and the list continues.. I take 10000 IU Vitamin D3 per day with Magnesium, 10 mg Boron and 600 micrograms vitamin K2
@@mariocooldude9092 hi Mario, do you mean which brand of vitamin D3? I use the cheapest of available pills here in my country, the Netherlands. They are in 50 micrograms per small pill (2000 IU), 300 pills per bottle for $7. (Brand: Kruidvat, kauwtabletten D3 50 ug). Best is to do a vitamin D3 test (blood sample). IF low, say lower than 40 or 50 ng/ml, take 5000 -10000 IU per day and test again after half a year. Values around 50-70 ng/ml are optimal.
Doctor, My Vitamin D level is 133.4 nmol/L; can you please tell me if this is good or toxic AND should I supplement with Vitamin D-3 or not? My doctor told me that I should supplement with Vitamin D-3. I really trust you more than my doctor so what's your suggestion? Thank you doc 🙏
Multiply the 133.4 x 0.314 = 41.88 ng/ml. I would suggest you get your levels to at least 70 ng/ml. Please remember you MUST take Vitamind3 with its co-factors which are vitamin k2 (Mk 4 or Mk7), magnesium, zinc, boron and beta carotene form of vitamin A. I would urge you to read Jeff Bowles' book on the miracle cure that is vitamin d3 published in October 2019. He goes deep into vitamin d3, health conditions solved by vitamin d3, the co-factors to take and how much and what the optimal levels are to prevent or cure diseases.
Hi Mam, Before 6 month back my d3 level around 82. Since last 6 months i didn't take any D3 supplement. But i am facing fatigue, gas, mood not stable so should i take vitamin d3 again let me know and how much period of time vitamin d3 does low kindly tell.
Thank you for sharing the info! Btw, you forgot to mention the need for 40+% of skin exposure during the 10-30 minutes of sun. Just arms & face isn't quite enough for most
I sufer every year of seasonal allergies I will sneeze all day in spring time making me miserable because im allergic to allergies pills...but I found out that D3 + k2 stopped my allergies...no doctor told me that...
I don't have clear about vit K2. Do we need to take it together with vit D if there was s a defficiency in vit D but no defficiency of K2 as per blood test?
If you'll just make sure you get some magnesium (through the skin is best), you'll do ok. I took vit d for years with Epsom salts soaks before I ever heard of vit k.
I’m confused Bcuz my supplement bottle says 20 mcg (100% DV) and I don’t know what the other acronyms mean at all. 😅😅 Guess I’ll need to Google that or something. I’m mostly having no big issues other than some digestive irregularities and I decided to take a kind of gut booster/multivite combo every day. (I’m 50 ish and so also menopause). But I have never been into any of it and don’t have a clue about supplements or medical terminology. This one has a lot of B vites in it tho and my pee is now “neon” ish. 😅😅
@@DocSnipes Eh. I don’t have one or any health insurance. Fortunately I haven’t really had a huge need for it. I hope to get insurance soon, but then again, idk even where to start and feel leery of big pharma anyways. Bottom line tho is trust my gut and be proactive on my own Bcuz the pros don’t always know what’s best or do you right. And you kinda have to do that anyways when you’re not hooked up like that. I only take half a dose anyways. That stuff is too expensive and it’s not like I have to battle Chrone’s or anything major like that. Used to go to the local affordable doc in town on an as needed basis, but seems like there’s nothing like that out there anymore. It’s rip off mega clinics or whatever that either don’t know what they’re doing or charge you through the nose with hidden fees for things not even necessary. (Like send off for a staph lab test when I already know it’s staph and they didn’t tell me it was an extra $360 plus. I give up 🤷🏻♀️). And pointless to pay some member fee when you might go in once every 5 years or so for something minor. Well ok. Rant over I guess. At this rate I reckon I’m trying to stay in decent health until Medicare kicks in at age 62 or 65 or something. Idk. We’ll see. It seems like the same as any other typical OTC multivite with extra B stuff and some homeopathic herb stuff that some folks think helps with gut health. Imo it’s prob just an overpriced “fancy” vitamin I could’ve paid a lot less for at CVS. Lol. Or that plus a homeopathic probiotic sort of thing. More or less for daily maintenance. My guess is that it won’t hurt but it may not help as much as any of them claim it would. Something like that.
Could you do a video about being judgmental? Being raised by narcissistic parents, I get confused when I think this or that is judgmental or not. Is it me disagreeing with smthg or being judgmental? I think. 🤔 Or is it expressing an opinion or being judgmental?
@@toekneelorenzo2942 Yes, I feel that way. And yes, my parents are quite narcissistic and what I'm experiencing is result of that. I said that and you wanted to say that these are not real, not my experience by saying intrusive thoughts instead. So stop gaslighting me and I rest my case. Have a good life.
Thank you for watching the video and for your question. For adults over 60, the recommended daily dosage of Vitamin D can vary based on individual health requirements and medical conditions. For personalized advice and an appropriate dosage tailored to your specific needs, it's crucial to consult with a healthcare professional.
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Its vitamin D3/K2..not just vitamin d...D2 doesn't work as well
When I took extra Vitamin D recently I noticed a huge boost in my mood. **Take Vitamin K with D so you don't lose Calcium from your bones
Thanks for watching.
This is what is strange or dangerous about vitamin d supplements. When you get it from sunlight there is no rule that you have to take vitamin k. Also vitamin d and vitamin I supplements can cause insomnia. So frustrating
Docsnipes
The vitamin K reroutes the calcium to your bones and not your heart..
@@krystademilio1256 always take magnesium with vitamin d
Vitamin D saved me! My mental health was terrible! Just a month and back to me! If u have a terrible mood, consider vitamin D supplement
So glad to hear! Thanks for watching. Wishing you peace, health, and happiness.
How much IU Did you take per day?
That's what I heard.
I didn't know how true it was. Thanks ✌️
Thank you, Dr. Snipes. I am now taking D3 and I’ve been having more energy and also I had a problem with walking but since I’ve been taking vitamin d3. My walking is much better.
Thank you for watching my video and for sharing
Within 1 day of taking vitamin d3 my brain and energy is way up. But most importantly I developed psoriasis about 14 years ago when I had my daughter. Within 1 day I see a major difference. It usually takes over my scalp in the winter, it clears up a bit in the warmer months however I noticed that no scalps developed overnight like usual.
I am glad that worked for you and I appreciate you watching the video.
I have been unable to walk. Sometimes I cannot even walk for few feet due to severe ankle Pain. The doctor had my vitamin D tested. It was only 12. I hope now i will be on the road ro recovery.
I am sorry you have gone through that and I appreciate you watching the video. I am so glad taking a vitamin D supplement helped you.
Did you have restless legs
@@pennyhartleben6123yes i have it especially in the night cant sleep barely sleep
Vitamin D 3 pills are tiny little gel caps. Very easy to take.
This is a symptom of myopathy even I am suffering from it . Please get yourself checked.
Thank you Dr Snipes, I can attest to linkange of vitamin D and poor sleep. Have been struggling with insomia for almost a year, tried almost everything out there including medication and I was not responding, until I visited health centre where they took blood test and discovered I have vitamin D deficiency. Have been on the suppliment for a week and 2 days ago I manage to sleep throughout the night without aid of any substance.
I am glad to read that and I appreciate you watching!
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Wow this makes me so happy to read.. I have been struggling with insomnia as well. I used to take vitamin D but I stopped years ago. I am ordering some right now!!
After going to ER on 05/28/22 due to Acid reflux/gastritits/ulcers, I was very dizzy/heart palpitations. I scored 20.5 ng/dl on Vit D. Doctor said to take 500 IUs. Nothing changed. I am 100% recuperated from gastritis due to natural remedies/diet. Lost 30 lbs; but dizziness was not going away. Had my ears checked; everything Ok. Doctors said it was anxiety. Until I watch someone's video who linked the low vitamin D with dizziness. Last Thursday 10/06/2022 (6 days) I started taking 10,000 IUs per day. Dizziness is going away; now I just have a mild sensation of a headache. Heart palpitations are gone. I have read the body takes time to convert D3 to be usable; so I am being patient with the results. I am also taking about 1000mg of potassium (from food); and 300mg of magnesium. Yesterday, 10/10/2022, I took a vitamin D test and will report the results. I am so glad this is helping. Cheers!
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Do you have an update on your results? Has your dizziness gone away? Very interested in your findings as my symptoms seem so very similar and I've just increased my Vit D from 2k to 6k a day. I will increase gradually, however did you go from 500 to 10k in one shot?
@@philipreilly6759 Hello. My 10/10/22 vit D test came up to 34ng. I increased the dose to 15,000 IUs per day since I learned that 10,000 IUs would just keep you where you are. It has been a bit over a month since then. I used the Dminder app to keep track and get a sense of my levels. By now, I should be around 60ng. Today 11/17/22, I am requesting my doctor for a new blood test to verify levels. I have been taking K2, magnesium, potassium, zinc, iron supplements, and others also. Realized I also have insulin resistance, working on that with good diet, exercise, good sleep, and intermitent fasting (no food after 7pm to 10am next day). I keep drinking aloe vera juice: gastritis pains gone; dizziness gone, headaches gone. Heart palpitations gone. Once I reach 60ng; then I would decrease dosage to 2000 ius and see results. I learned you must drink at least 2 litera of water daily to help your kidneys filter all minerals and avoid build up of calcium in blood and kidney stones.
@@svca12218 Thanks very much for your reply and facts. This is helpful!Keep me posted and stay well :)
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Thank you ! I've been on Vit D3 & K2 about 7 years and am a senior. It upsets me that our western medical practioners are not doing preventative medicine and take us off everything when we go in the hospital for surgery and medical reasons. It's like they want our health to go down so they can make more money for big Pharma and For profit hospitals etc...
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Glad u woke up.
Pushing covid vax right me that 😢
I've been taking D3, zinc, quercetin, for immunity
You don't need "calcium "
The K2, puts the D3 into the bones
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They probably are looking to establish the patients body to standard conditions, where potential drug interactions are limited. I used to agree about the lack of preventive care, but my current direct experience is with a primary care and cardiologist who I find myself in complete agreement regarding Vitamin D3 and K2, as well as low carbohydrate and ketogenic diets. Just maybe, things are beginning to change.
Extremely true... They (most of them) follow the Money
I do not eat fortified packed foods, grains included. I eat salmon tuna, sardines, eggs, and I take regular sunny days walks with an every other day supplement. I was very D3 deficient also B12. Symptoms were there, but I though, I was getting old. I also eliminated at least 90% of sugars and decreased my total carbs to less than 50 gr. Best thing I've done for my health. I feel 20 years younger, and I sleep better. My dr failed to educate me, so I took it upon myself. Luckily, I am an RN, who knows some about these things. Ironically, I was no paying attention to my own body complains. Thanks for the good lecture.
I think Doc Snipes should be watching Dr. Berg and that whole gang of Keto docs who are making a difference. She is oblivious and who in their right minds is taking 500IUs and hoping to increase their Vit D.
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I hope you eat more fruit n veggies than you do meat and acidic foods...dont want your body to go onto acidosis...
Hey were you having sleep problems ? Like unable to fall asleep whole night ? Please answer me as I am suffering from this a lot 😭🙏🏻
@@AaditDesai-wk3zk Sleep patterns are not the same in humans. We are expected to get a minimum of 8hrs. In my case, I always being an insomniac. For me, sleeping six to seven hours is good. With this diet my sleep has improved, but I still have a fewer poor sleep days. That said, at the beginning, with the keto diet, you may experience a few days of discomfort sleep included. This is your body's confusion with the changes. It does get better, and overtime symptoms of disease and issues, usually improve and even go into some kind of remission like diabetes. If you still have too much difficulty with your sleep, take note of what you are doing like eating close to bed, consuming more carbs than recommended, not eating enough fat, not exercising enough, etc. Some medications also interfere with sleep, some nutrient deficits too, confusion of circadian rhythm.I hope this helps.
Thank you for explaining this so clearly. I went to the dermatologist for hair thinning, turns out I'm severely Vitamin D deficient.
So is UNCLE Joe
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So after taking medication are your hair doing fine or do you still see hair fall? I have severe hair fall and obviously hair thinning, I got Vitamin D tested and its just 27.
@@rizwanmahai Unfortunately, I see no changes in hair volume.
@@indasmith86 Did you get the test done again?
I was 55, 300 pounds 5,000 IU a day, and only up to high 20s ng/m, up from low 10s, recommended level 40-70, some mild toxic effects begin at 100.
Thank you doctor for FREELY sharing your high cost knowledge with the general public. BLESSINGS!🙏
You’re most welcome. Thanks for watching
I started taking D n I feel energetic n happier more stable n I sleep more better
I am glad that worked out for you and I appreciate you watching. Please remember to talk to your doctor before taking vitamin D, or any other supplements because we can easily overdose on a vitamin or a supplement and that can be life threatening.
Thank you Doc Snipes. I will be taking my vitamin D this morning. The video was perfect timing. 👌
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Love this! I have been asking my patients in addiction to be tested for Vitamin D deficiency for the past two years!
Thanks for watching! Wishing you peace, health, and, happiness.
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Thank you for great presentation, i’m about to start a vitamin D regimen and I look forward to my progress! Blessings!!
Thanks for watching. 😀
I loose my 5 years due to vitamin D deficiency, I consult with multiple doctors because I was suffering severe fatigue, mode swing, unable to learn new things but no one ask me for Vitamin D test.
Last month one of Doctor advised me for D test and it was 17 only, testosterone was at 190 and B12 was also at 230.
I am 41, after this I start using D+K (5000 IU D3 and 180 mcg K2)along with omega 3( 1100 EPA 1100 DHA) and believe me my life start changing, now I can study continuously. No Fatigue, no weakness, I can continuously work.
Major changes in erection level also, memory is also improving.
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hey I’m suffering from depression without any reason no motivation… I was deficient 3months ago 16 now my level is 97 but my so many symptoms gone just as heart palpitations, headache ,dizziness,vertigo, body pain but depression not gone properly how long did it take me to recover from depression
Thank you so much Dr Snipes! So informative and so appreciated! We are so blessed to have you do these videos ❤️
Thanks for that. And Thanks for watching! Wishing you peace, health, and, happiness.
For me the best vitamin D is sunshine it seems and I'm now 68 and always worked outside and never had skin problems. I'll be tanning today in south west FL. I'm 1/2 Italian and my mom was amazed how it tan. All the albinos I know had some form of skin cancer. All these years most doctors "lied" about the benefits of sunshine.
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My wife takes 60,000 IU's a day for MS. Thing get better fast! Along with Magenisum, Special Multi vitamin, DHA and 87 ozs of water a day.
Thanks for watching
does she have her blood levels checked periodically? i don’t think that doseage is recommended long term. i am going to take 25,000 a day for a month or so, then get checked
It's called the Coimbra Protocol.
Side Note: We will not and do not go to any mainstream doctor in the US....Waste of time.
@@lydiahubbell6278 25,000UI won’t do much. Plus your body doesn’t take up the 25,000UI only like 20,000UI will be taken up
So fascinating and informative. Great presentation. I am motivated to be more mindful of vitamin D intake
Thanks for watching!
This is SO fascinating!! Than you for making this video. I have a couple of malabsorption issues & recently I paid to get 'all the things' tested assuming I probably had across the board vitamin deficiencies. I was shocked to find that my Vitamin D was ok. Not great, but still within normal limits. Somehow I never realized that eggs had vitamin d in them. (I eat a Lot of eggs) I bet that is why my D is pretty ok. Yay for free range chickens. :)
Good summary. A few notes:
Wearing clothes prevents uvb from getting to the skin.
Sunscreen blocks 90 percent uvb.
Talking about vitamin D without discussing 25 hydroxy is missing the point.
The 600iu RDA is fine for preventing bone disease and was established a long time ago. Along with 25 hydroxy of 30ng/ml.
Now we know vitamin D is necessary for the immune system to operate properly.
A more optimal health of greater than 50ng/ml. I take 5000iu D3 with a resulting 63 ng/ml. But if you have underlying autoimmune issues you may know or not be aware of 5000iu may be 20ng/ml.
Hypercalcemia risk is overstated at 5 or 10,000iu D3, which is .125 and .5 mg D3.
D2 plant based is not as well absorbed as D3.
Due to half lives D3 should it should be taken daily possibly weekly. Expectant mothers should take it daily.
Humans that are tribal or work outside have 25hydroxy of 60 to 80 ng/ml without supplements.
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@@amayautumn the best advice my doctor gave me was to do my own research. MDs don't have the time to keep up on medical advances and they are not taught about nutrition. Their knowledge is pharmaceutical based. So I educate myself to ask better questions. Medicine is open source now.
Well alot of people can't digest animal based vitamin d 3 including me .....it got me sick for a month.
@@organicfireorganicfire1236 really ? I cannot tolerate any food I think it’s because my gut is completely leaky. My vit D is 6. I’m going to try codliver
Sunshine vitamin or steroid hormone was the most powerful medicine on every living things on earth given by our CREATOR. SUN EXPOSURE
The best way to get vitamin D3 is through sun exposure. Go outside and get some sun, especially in the mid-day when it’s the strongest.
However, many of us use sun block, which is good for our skin but not so helpful when it comes to the production of vitamin D3. By blocking out the UVA and UVB rays, sun block can interfere the skin’s ability to synthesize vitamin D3. GOD BLESS.
Thank you so much for the information provided.
You’re most wrong
I haven't been sick in YEARS, maybe decades since I can't even remember the last time. I take 5000 iu a day
I am sorry about that. What were your symptoms?
Another question as you seem excited about spreading the good D3 information ! Its amazing really ! In you expert opinion what should our levels be for good health ? Optimal levels ?
80 to 100 is apparently optimal, takes a bout a year of 20k - 50 k iu/day to get there, take vit K2 with it, i wd get my levels checked every month if youre taking that much but thats the therapeutic dose.
My calves swell in the evening a lot, even wearing socks is sometimes uncomfortable. I checked my vitamin D and as it appeared, it was critically low .
I am sorry about that and I am glad you found the cause of your problem. Thank you for watching
@@DocSnipes I have bone marrow cancer (Myelofibrosis) and I read that a Japanese study said that Vitamin D3 is NOT good for MF patients, so my Oncologist told me to stop. Sigh...I lost all my teeth, and I definitely think my extremely low levels caused a lot of problems.
I've started taking Vitamin D throughout the week and already noticed way fewer days where my energy is zapped. I hope other things will improve as I keep taking it
Thanks for watching and for sharing
If you use vitamin D wisely and also take the cofactors magnesium and vitamin K2 into account, your health and well-being will be increased.
My Dr said I was low in d3 and vitamin c I been supplementing with natural d3 5000 iu and I feel like 10 years younger
I am glad that worked for you and I appreciate you watching watching the video
@@DocSnipes thank you 💕
Vitamin B-1 THIAMINE & vitamin D, good for FIBROMYALGIA MUSCLES
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Both of those nutrients need alot of magnesium to be utilized. I suggest magnesium glycinate.
as always such a pleasure to be able to learn more from you doctor! =)
Too kind. Thanks for watching.
Great video. I disagree with eating cereal and milk. All the healthy nutrients have been removed and you’re left with sugar. Test tour glucose levels after a big bowl of cereal and 2 percent milk. It will sky rocket 😩😩. Might as well eat a snickers bar and a soda , exact same result with the glucose levels
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The healthy part of milk is the fat. 2% has half the fat content of whole milk.
And the snickers bar tastes better … probably.
Milk = lactose = sugar
20,000 IU/day, Zinc, EGCG (green tea) and magnesium. Never had Covid for over 3 years
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I take vitamin d3 50 thousand iu everyday with k2. My d3 level is 98ng/ml now. Feels great.
I am glad talking vitamin D feels great and I appreciate you watching the video
Did you notice a difference taking the vitamin d? We’re you struggling with something before hand ?
at that intake level i wd get your blood D3 levels checked every month...
@@iamthefiremanjjhey I’m suffering from depression without any reason no motivation… I was deficient 3months ago 16 now my level is 97 but my so many symptoms gone just as heart palpitations, headache ,dizziness,vertigo, body pain but depression not gone properly how long did it take me to recover from depression
That's to much
Thank you for this info. Appreciate it
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I have rheumatoid arthritis and I've felt for a while that lack of citizen vitamin d has been playing in big role in this disease. Thanks!
Thank you for watching and for sharing.
Yes it is true. Hair thining infections n knee pain etc. Lots of problems with other symptoms. After having mild covid my blood test showed that I was very much low in Vit D.
After taking Vit D there is lot of improvement in my hair n general health.
It’s awesome that you’ve found the cause of your symptoms. Thanks for watching the video
Did you have any ear issues??? Like a clogged ear/ muffled ear? I do. I’m 12 in deficient. I just started taking it last eeek.
@@DocSnipesI’m a 12 with vitamin D deficiency. My ear is muffled /clogged. Can this be a symptom of D deficiency? I’ve spoken to several people that are deficient and they had this as a symptom.
how much are u taking? did u have any hearing improvement yet? @@RubberMasks
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@@DocSnipes I think your style is very compelling. My main source of information on vitamin D3 I from DR STEVEN GUNDRY AND ON HIS ADVICE I TAKE 25,000 international units as a maintenance dose & 50000 I u at the first sign of a cold I don’t develop an illness. I also take IONIC ZINC &. ELDER BERRY SYRUP. WHY DONT YOU DO A VIDEO ON THESE AMAZING SUBSTANCES
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Maybe it's harder to force oneself outside when you're living in a multystory house, thanks for the reminder, I really do keep forgetting that body needs some sunlight
You’re so welcome. Thanks for watching
Had an outbreak of urticaria for first time in my life. Was prescribed antihistamines and other prescriptions with little improvement and was going to get expensive shots. Read an article about a study that people with urticaria outbreaks were often low in vitamin D. When I added a vitamin D supplement I started seeing improvement in fewer hive breakouts. Was I just getting better on my own or was it the Vitamin d I cannot not medically say for sure but I do believe the extra vitamin D had an impact. A year later I am hive free.
It’s great to hear that you’re experiencing fewer hive breakouts. While I can’t provide medical advice, there is some research suggesting that vitamin D can play a role in immune function and skin health. It’s possible that the vitamin D supplement contributed to your improvement, but it’s also possible that your condition was improving on its own.
If you have further concerns or need more personalized advice, it’s best to consult with your healthcare provider.
Great content! Thank you!
One note, for 44% of the population with MTHFR SNPs, fortified food (folic acid) NEGATIVELY affects mood.
See more info from Dr Ben Lynch & Gary Brecka.
Be careful of “fortified” foods.
Arm yourself with knowledge. Like everything in life quality matters. As does the quality of your Vit D source. 🙏🏼
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I took some vitamin 500 and I have whiter teeth and I have had a good mood swing .
This was excellent! Thank you!
You're so welcome!
Sounds like we should just take vitamin D instead of multivitamin. Vitamin D is all in one
Sunshine vitamin or steroid hormone was the most powerful medicine on every living things on earth given by our CREATOR. SUN EXPOSURE
The best way to get vitamin D3 is through sun exposure. Go outside and get some sun, especially in the mid-day when it’s the strongest.
However, many of us use sun block, which is good for our skin but not so helpful when it comes to the production of vitamin D3. By blocking out the UVA and UVB rays, sun block can interfere the skin’s ability to synthesize vitamin D3. GOD BLESS.
@@3yearsago287 Vitamins work together. Always take a multivitamin vitamin. Unless you eat very well
Great video 👍👍. What is the normal number to be in for vitamin D?
This is a fantastic review!
I appreciate you watching!
I work in the sun, am out there at least 7 hours per day, 5 days per week and I am deficient in Vitamin D.
I am sorry you are deficient in Vitamin D. What are the doctors saying? Thank you for watching the video.
If your active D3 is low, it's possibly related to low magnesium. It's needed for the conversion of vitamin D into different forms in the body.
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You’re so welcome. I am grateful to be of help and I appreciate you watching the video
You’re so excited I’m excited
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Hello ! I really am thankful for your awesome presentation ! My levels are at 34ng is this low ? Enough for symptoms ? Thank you
Need to ask your medical doctor. Thanks for watching. Wishing you peace, health, and happiness.
Yes 50 -100 is in range
Great video, Doc! We love Vitamin D. And it may play a role in cancer prevention, but research is ongoing.
Some studies suggest it may help reduce the risk of certain cancers, like colorectal cancer. However, there's no conclusive evidence that vitamin D supplements prevent cancer.
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Welp, I got tested and I have a level of 7. That’s terrible lol but hey, at least I have answers now & it is something that can be fixed
Same for me.i just feel like crap.restless legs are the worse
interested in the statement that vitamin D synthesis is limited at high latitudes from Nomember through April. Since the solstice is around the third week of December, that range begins roughly two months before mid-winter and extends 3 to 4 months afterwards. Would have guessed this range would have had symmetry around mid-winter.
I'd be interested in an explanation of this theory.
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Vitamin D plays vital roles in maintaining overall health. It promotes calcium absorption for strong bones and teeth, supports muscle function, and enhances immune system response. The vitamin also helps regulate inflammation and contributes to brain health.
Low vitamin D levels can lead to serious health consequences. In children, deficiency causes rickets, resulting in soft, weak, and deformed bones. Adults may develop osteomalacia, characterized by bone pain and muscle weakness. Other effects of deficiency include increased risk of falls, muscle aches, and potential bone fractures. Some populations are particularly vulnerable to deficiency, including older adults, people with dark skin, those with limited sun exposure, and individuals with certain medical conditions affecting nutrient absorption.
Thank you for sharing this informative summary on the importance of vitamin D! It’s amazing how many roles it plays in our overall health, from bone strength to immune function and even brain health. Vitamin D deficiency is definitely something to be mindful of, especially for those at higher risk like older adults or individuals with limited sun exposure. It’s a reminder of how crucial it is to get adequate vitamin D, whether through sunlight, diet, or supplements. Have you personally found any effective ways to maintain healthy vitamin D levels?
What’s your favorite way to get your daily dose of vitamin D-through sunlight, food, or supplements?
ok i have been Vitamine D Deficient for a few years I'm not an outside person so as far getting sun light is something I have been trying to work on I do go outside but just to do what I need to do and or go and I'm back in the house I do suffer from insomnia I have since I was a little girl I smoke I have recently cut back its been lets say 3 or 4 weeks I also did hair so over the years of doing so I have at some point and time my hands began to lock up so my doctor did say I form arthritis I'm not which type of arthritis I have also noticed my feet and legs swellon my doctor said I was Vitamine D Deficient was really bad i have taki
en the D3 1000 being that i don't like taking pills its very hard for me to take them is there another way that D3 1000 can given to those like myself that don't like to take pills
I am sorry about that and I appreciate you watching
Are you taking the soft gel form? The yellow looking soft one? It seems very easy to swallow, I just started taking it. Or the vitamin D3 chews or gummies.
Thank you.
You’re so welcome. Thank you for watching
I think this is good for you What is the downside of increasing your level's vitamin D Are you above the 43% Maybe you are maybe you're not Are you older 50 or 60 Or are you indoors all the time like children that don't play on the playground anymore Do do they get enough playground time An hour A-day maybe I just don't see any downside This is good for America
Few years back I was vitamin D deficient and was prescribed 10000 ii once a week. Felt like I was in a sunny day with best of mood within hours in the beginning. Over time I phased out taking the specific vitamin, only multi vitamins. Lately I have been feeling depressed without always having a reason. Today felt like crap them suddenly remembered about vitamin D. Took 10000 about 1 hour ago . Kid you not it's already begun to lift my mood. Guess I'll have to make sure to pay attention!
I am so glad that is working out for you and I appreciate you watching the video and sharing
10,000 iu/day is a MINIMUM basic dose; a therapeutic dose is 20,000 to 50,000iu/day with vit K2...get your levels checked monthly on this dose; once they get to 80, drop the dose down...
@@Lauren-vd4qe I'll try. But turns out that alcool twice a week and venlafaxine don't go well. I ended up stopping alcool and having to go from up one dose to 150mg. And I'm doing normal again. Can't live without the med anymore or I get paranoid from the anxiety tried gradually decreased but got burnt from the first hardship.... Wish I never took the med route in the first place since I don't like the idea of depending on them but it's how it turned out. I'll try up the D still just to see if it helps fine tune my mood more.
definitely never take the alcohol, its a poison to your system! and another thing to completely AVOID is coffee!! its a drug and a dehydrant, and it drives OUT all the B vitamins from your body VERY AGGRESSIVELY INDEED!! and you NEED a LOT of B vitamins to stay calm and rational. most pple have NO CLUE about this. so quit coffee/sugar/alcohol and take LARGE doses of Niacin (no flush variety) B3, its the HALLMARK holisitic remedy for paranoia of any type; well known to cure it! and magnesium gluconate or bisglyconate is excellent with niacin for this condition. I wd take 2-4 capsules of niacin (no flush variety is imperative) with 2 capsules of 200 mg magnesium before bedtime EVERY night. you will soon cut down/quit your meds if you do this; SOO much easier better for your body...get them at any serious health food store; I get the natural factors brand niacin and the mag product either at the health food store (groc stores wont carry such a specialized product) or on amazon.@@bleupapillons
My vitamin D was 7.5.taking more now and a prescription.restless legs are tiring.
Thank you for watching the video. Again, what did your Doctor say about that?
@@DocSnipes 50,000 units weekly and 3,000 daily.
Well doctors need to do your job and talk to the patients about vitamin D! The problem with America is everyone is worrying about people they don’t know instead of worrying about their own bodies!
Thanks for watching the video
my heart always palpitate, my propronolol doesnt change my palpitation sometimes, untill i try to drink vitamin d3 supplement, it amazed me my heart palpitation stop, i dont know why
Very good video lots of of great info !!
Thank you!
My doc has put me on 2x 25000iu ' s a week is 50k going to be too much for 6 weeks, My vit D count is only 18 ?
You need it for 6-8 weeks The range is 30-96 Optimal level is 50
Daily is best. It will take about a month for your body to ramp up when taking D3. I take 10,000iu D3 daily. You have a good doctor. 10,000iu is .25mg D3. 50,000 is 1.25mg D3
Mine was 18 too. I took5000 D3 /K2 a day and got it up to high 50’s last I checked. Thats 35000 a week- so..
Mine is 15 I’m taking one 50,000iu per week
How do you recommend we maintain homeostasis of vitamin D , A , Magnesium and calcium when supplementing with these high doses of vitamin D. I know D requires magneisum to become active and that we should include k2 so that any calcium stays within the bone . Now also Vitamin A plays a role in this . Let’s say we take drops 4,000iu vitamin D with k2. I don’t eat any dairy due to an allergy and don’t get much calcium in my diet and sometimes find that supplementing Vitamin D makes me feel weird . Sometimes getting bone and joint aches etc … I’m thinking that maybe adding a few cups of almond milk per day can help the calcium levels . My vitamin D is low always usually 20 or less so I bought a vitamin D lamp that I will be using daily and supplementing once a day .
Thank you for watching. Maintaining homeostasis is a personal matter and it requires doing what is right for you, based on your needs. What works for a person, may not work for another. What does your doctor recommend?
@@DocSnipes well it’s been working great now that I put the drops in 500ml of almond milk
Uva uvb sun tan beds? Cod liver oil which has D, k, A 🙂.
In which cases we need to takvit D with K2 together? Some tubers say that Always. But do we have scientific basis for that?
hey I’m suffering from depression without any reason no motivation… I was deficient 3months ago 16 now my level is 97 but my so many symptoms gone just as heart palpitations, headache ,dizziness,vertigo, body pain but depression not gone properly how long did it take me to recover from depression
I'm really sorry to hear that you're going through this. It's great to hear that some of your physical symptoms have improved with the correction of your vitamin D deficiency, but I understand how frustrating it can be when the emotional symptoms, like depression, don't resolve as quickly.
Depression can be complex, and even though improving your vitamin D levels is a significant step, it might not be the only factor contributing to your symptoms. Recovery from depression can vary from person to person. It can depend on various factors, including your overall health, other underlying conditions, your environment, and the support systems you have in place.
For some, it might take a few months to notice a significant improvement, especially if there are still other contributing factors at play. It might be helpful to work closely with a healthcare professional to explore other potential causes and treatments, such as therapy, lifestyle changes, or medications, if appropriate.
Please remember that you're not alone in this, and reaching out for support-whether through therapy, support groups, or trusted friends and family-can be an important part of your recovery. Healing takes time, but with the right support and strategies, there’s hope for improvement.
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I just got my results back and it seems im at a level of 8.8 which seems quite low. Was only given a script for 2k iu per day so not sure what to do to heal it since seems low. Seems to cause a lot of issues this deficiency. Thanks should i slowly increase or double my dosage.
Thank you for sharing your results. A level of 8.8 is indeed quite low, and vitamin D deficiency can cause a variety of issues, such as fatigue, mood disturbances, and bone health problems. While 2,000 IU per day is a common starting dose, it’s important to follow your doctor’s advice closely. If you feel uncertain or concerned about the dosage, I recommend discussing it with your healthcare provider, as they may adjust your dose based on your specific needs and monitor your levels over time.
Sometimes, for very low levels like yours, doctors might prescribe a higher dose for a short period to boost your levels more quickly. But it's crucial to get guidance from a professional before making any changes on your own to avoid taking too much, as high doses over time can have risks as well.
Additionally, make sure you’re getting some sun exposure if possible, eating vitamin D-rich foods, and keeping an eye on how you feel as you start the supplementation. Best of luck, and I hope your levels improve soon!
@@DocSnipes thanks for the response. My doctor is private and honestly not interested in discussing or helping me resolve the issue. He just wrote a script for 12 months and nothing else. Sadly this place is only about profits and nothing else. Maybe I'll ask a pharmacist or someone else
@@DocSnipes could these low levels of vitamin d be truly affecting my life by not being able to do everyday normal things because of extreme anxiety and weird sensations and numbness all over my body? Thanks anyways
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If your doctor is not available to answer questions, you actually have to act responsibly. There are very good videos on the internet for this.
Unless you are an absolute lightweight, you won't achieve much with the 2000 iu.
But please also think about supplementing with the vital substances magnesium and vitamin K2.
2k IU is not enough. My level is also 8.8 only. My doctor prescribed me 60K IU d3 per week for 8 weeks. But I am taking them daily along with 400 mg magnesium glycinate. Planning to take 200 mcg vitamin K2 as well. I will take them for a few days, after that I'm going to take 20000 iu per day.
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Exactly . Which i cant do. Its a drug
Excellent information
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“Allegedly” lol, thanks for sharing this I learned a lot!
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Take a minimal amount of 4000 IU per day, together with fatty or oily food for good absorption of this vitamin D3.
It is a very good habit to combine your vitamin D3 suppletion with good absorbable magnesium (like magnesium bisglycinate) and at least 100 micrograms of vitamin K2.
Never use seed oils (aka vegetable or processed poly unsaturated fats or margarine.
All these oils like sunflower, safflower, cottonseed, soy, peanut and other oils are very very sensitive to reaction with oxygen, and becoming rancid.
These oils promote low grade chronic inflammation, which in turn promotes some cancers, heart and vessel diseases, kidney disease, high blood pressure and the list continues..
I take 10000 IU Vitamin D3 per day with Magnesium, 10 mg Boron and 600 micrograms vitamin K2
Which brand???
@@mariocooldude9092 hi Mario, do you mean which brand of vitamin D3? I use the cheapest of available pills here in my country, the Netherlands. They are in 50 micrograms per small pill (2000 IU), 300 pills per bottle for $7. (Brand: Kruidvat, kauwtabletten D3 50 ug).
Best is to do a vitamin D3 test (blood sample). IF low, say lower than 40 or 50 ng/ml, take 5000 -10000 IU per day and test again after half a year. Values around 50-70 ng/ml are optimal.
Doctor,
My Vitamin D level is 133.4 nmol/L; can you please tell me if this is good or toxic AND should I supplement with Vitamin D-3 or not?
My doctor told me that I should supplement with Vitamin D-3. I really trust you more than my doctor so what's your suggestion? Thank you doc 🙏
Multiply the 133.4 x 0.314 = 41.88 ng/ml. I would suggest you get your levels to at least 70 ng/ml. Please remember you MUST take Vitamind3 with its co-factors which are vitamin k2 (Mk 4 or Mk7), magnesium, zinc, boron and beta carotene form of vitamin A. I would urge you to read Jeff Bowles' book on the miracle cure that is vitamin d3 published in October 2019. He goes deep into vitamin d3, health conditions solved by vitamin d3, the co-factors to take and how much and what the optimal levels are to prevent or cure diseases.
That’s high and good just keep it and don’t supplement
are you SURE thats an accurate reading? I wd go to a different lab and get it checked again, definitely...
Normal range is 30-100
Hi Mam,
Before 6 month back my d3 level around 82. Since last 6 months i didn't take any D3 supplement. But i am facing fatigue, gas, mood not stable so should i take vitamin d3 again let me know and how much period of time vitamin d3 does low kindly tell.
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Thank you for sharing the info! Btw, you forgot to mention the need for 40+% of skin exposure during the 10-30 minutes of sun. Just arms & face isn't quite enough for most
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What should I take to lift the pain away of my leg bone when running cause I have to run alot in soccer.
Thank you for watching the video. Please talk to your Doctor about the pain of your leg bone
thanks doctor snipes
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I’m taking 10,000UI of vitamin d with K2 but my k2 has 45mcg? Is that enough K2?
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I sufer every year of seasonal allergies I will sneeze all day in spring time making me miserable because im allergic to allergies pills...but I found out that D3 + k2 stopped my allergies...no doctor told me that...
It’s awesome that you found something to stop your allergies. Thanks for sharing
I don't have clear about vit K2. Do we need to take it together with vit D if there was s a defficiency in vit D but no defficiency of K2 as per blood test?
If you'll just make sure you get some magnesium (through the skin is best), you'll do ok.
I took vit d for years with Epsom salts soaks before I ever heard of vit k.
I’m confused Bcuz my supplement bottle says 20 mcg (100% DV) and I don’t know what the other acronyms mean at all. 😅😅 Guess I’ll need to Google that or something. I’m mostly having no big issues other than some digestive irregularities and I decided to take a kind of gut booster/multivite combo every day. (I’m 50 ish and so also menopause). But I have never been into any of it and don’t have a clue about supplements or medical terminology. This one has a lot of B vites in it tho and my pee is now “neon” ish. 😅😅
Thanks for watching the video. Have you talk to your Doctor before taking the supplements?
@@DocSnipes Eh. I don’t have one or any health insurance. Fortunately I haven’t really had a huge need for it. I hope to get insurance soon, but then again, idk even where to start and feel leery of big pharma anyways. Bottom line tho is trust my gut and be proactive on my own Bcuz the pros don’t always know what’s best or do you right. And you kinda have to do that anyways when you’re not hooked up like that. I only take half a dose anyways. That stuff is too expensive and it’s not like I have to battle Chrone’s or anything major like that. Used to go to the local affordable doc in town on an as needed basis, but seems like there’s nothing like that out there anymore. It’s rip off mega clinics or whatever that either don’t know what they’re doing or charge you through the nose with hidden fees for things not even necessary. (Like send off for a staph lab test when I already know it’s staph and they didn’t tell me it was an extra $360 plus. I give up 🤷🏻♀️). And pointless to pay some member fee when you might go in once every 5 years or so for something minor. Well ok. Rant over I guess. At this rate I reckon I’m trying to stay in decent health until Medicare kicks in at age 62 or 65 or something. Idk. We’ll see.
It seems like the same as any other typical OTC multivite with extra B stuff and some homeopathic herb stuff that some folks think helps with gut health. Imo it’s prob just an overpriced “fancy” vitamin I could’ve paid a lot less for at CVS. Lol. Or that plus a homeopathic probiotic sort of thing. More or less for daily maintenance. My guess is that it won’t hurt but it may not help as much as any of them claim it would. Something like that.
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Could you do a video about being judgmental? Being raised by narcissistic parents, I get confused when I think this or that is judgmental or not. Is it me disagreeing with smthg or being judgmental? I think. 🤔 Or is it expressing an opinion or being judgmental?
Are u sure u dont have like intrusive thoughts? Which can b ocd
@@toekneelorenzo2942 thanks for your input, but I appreciate if you don't gaslight me as my parents did.
@@MeMe-od2mg no one is gas lighting u. I go thru stuff like that
@@toekneelorenzo2942 Yes, I feel that way. And yes, my parents are quite narcissistic and what I'm experiencing is result of that. I said that and you wanted to say that these are not real, not my experience by saying intrusive thoughts instead. So stop gaslighting me and I rest my case. Have a good life.
what does this have to do with vit D3??
What dosage of Vit D to take daily ,with & MK - 7 for adults >60 ??
Thank you for watching the video and for your question. For adults over 60, the recommended daily dosage of Vitamin D can vary based on individual health requirements and medical conditions. For personalized advice and an appropriate dosage tailored to your specific needs, it's crucial to consult with a healthcare professional.
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no mention of amount of skin exposure to sun?
Hi Dr Snipes, does cod liver oil raise cholesterol levels?
Cod liver oil lowers cholesterol.
Tuna has high amount of mercury poisoning
24th Benefit is weight gain if you take a lot of it
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There are now reports out that say that it’s safe to take 5000IU and above.
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What vitamin D. 2, 3, 12?
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Vegan plant based milk is great in vitamin D also Amazon has vitamin D supplements
Thanks for the tip!
Milk does NOT come from a plant . Nut water does NOT exist anywhere in Nature 🤦🏻♀️
I was put on d2....instead of d3. Any opinion?
Thank you for watching the video. Did the Doctor tell you why?
@@DocSnipes I'm at 11. She put me on D2 1.25mg twice a week. Do you think I should ask her to switch me to D3?
@@Littles13579Yes, definitely. I never understood why D2 is even a thing, it's inferior in every way.