One the micronutrients that is getting a lot of buzz is Vitamin D. It has been put forward as a preventative for COVID. It can/does promote energy, bone/joint/muscle health, improved mood, better health, weight control, and better hair1. Vitamin D almost sounds like a wonder drug.
Unfortunately, there can be problems with taking too much Vitamin D. Some of the milder symptoms include2:
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Muscle weakness
- Loss of appetite
- Constipation
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Involuntary weight loss
- Irregular heartbeat
- Damage to blood vessels which can damage the heart and kidneys.
The best source for Vitamin D is your exposure to the sun – yes, within limits. Sunlight helps your body to produce its own Vitamin D. There are some artificial light options that can help your body produce the Vitamin D you need.3 You can also take supplements if you can get enough sun. However, be careful how much you are taking because, again, you may reach toxicity level. That amount varies depending on your age and the group recommending the RDA for Vitamin D. Please talk to you doctor for their recommendation in your situation.
1 https://peliteracy.com/physical-literacy-blog/f/vitamin-d-the-sunshine-vitamin-and-you
2 https://www.eatingwell.com/article/8034163/benefits-vitamin-d/