Have you ever been tested for Vitamin D deficiency ?

2015-11-10T08:52:19-05:00

http://www.webmd.com/diet/guide/vitamin-d-deficiency?page=1

Vitamin D Deficiency: Symptoms, Causes, and Health Risks

Vitamin D is essential for healthy bones, and a lack of it can lead to health problems, including cardiovascular disease. Learn more from WebMD about how to get plenty of vitamin D, and how to treat a vitamin D deficiency.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 10 at 2015 8:53 AM

2015-11-10T08:53:50-05:00

No, not sure what that would be for? Brittle bones?

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 10 at 2015 8:57 AM

2015-11-10T08:57:48-05:00

I thought it would be something that's tested every time I had my blood drawn. Apparently, not.

Response by Maj Chris Nelson made Nov 10 at 2015 5:53 PM

2015-11-10T17:53:55-05:00

I have never been checked for Vit D deficiency. The thing is, in northern tier states, almost EVERYONE is Vit D deficient during the winter. Summer, it depends on how much you get out into the UV.... yup. Sunshine helps convert Vit D into a useable form. Yes, you can take Vit D supplements, increase your food intake with Vit D fortification....but you still need some sunshine to help it become USEABLE.