The significance of maintaining adequate levels of vitamin D is becoming clearer through emerging research. There is now mounting evidence that higher levels of vitamin can help prevent the following:

  • Colorectal cancer
  • Pancreatic cancer
  • Endometrial cancer
  • Prostate cancer
  • Skin cancer

Additionally Vitamin D deficiency has been found to be associated with the following:

  • Heart Disease
  • High Blood pressure
  • Type 1 Diabetes
  • Multiple sclerosis
  • Autoimmune disorders
  • Vitamin D3 should be taken in adequate doses of about 2000 IU daily. Higher doses might be needed in cases of deficiency.