Preach! We are not taught enough about vitamins. I work nights and I don't get enough sunlight so I take vitamins and especially D3k2! Life changer! Thanks
Excellent roundup of relevant Vitamin D information. Solid science, easy to understand. So necessary to surround D with its buddies: magnesium, K2, vitamin A. I toss in a once a week boron and strontium pill to top off the program.
I take vitamin D3 with K2 in a coconut oil capsule. About 7 years ago, I got extremely ill from vitamin D defficiency. I couldn't work, I couldn't sleep, had no energy, no muscle strength, and was like a total zombie. It was horrific! I am so grateful I finally figured it out. Since I have to cover up when in the sun, I pretty much depend upon my supplement intake.
How long did it take you to get back to work once you started supplementing?… I’ve been out of work since June and Doctors just figured out two weeks ago my Vitamin D was 26, I moved from a sunny place last year… The fatigue and depression had me thinking it was the end for months, I just wanna get back to the person I was before all of this!
Hi Dr.Childs. Are you planning on doing more Q & A type videos soon? Those are great, with lots of good information people can't get anywhere else. Not even our own doctors. I got so many questions, doc. 🤔 I'm sure others do, too. Thanks!
what about using a full spectrum lamp? I've read that they can help people fight off winter depression, so I wonder if they can help in areas where the sunlight is not strong.
Thanks for this Dr. Childs. As always great info. Just one thing, at the end when you recommend another video I'm not seeing a link to another video pop up on the screen. Just thought I'd mention it in case it's an error. Maybe it's just me.
I'm constantly and periodically nutrient deficient. Even if I supplement it or eat well, it goes down again and again. Do you have any idea why that could be?
Hi, Dr, this is an excellent video. I am currently planning hiw to supplement my vitamin D leves, and your video is quiet timely and spot on. I come from a hot climate and whenever l travel to Europe for studies, l lose that vitamin D and suffer from all sort of upset tummy, and feeling of extreme cold etc. I later realised whenever l vist home for like two weeks all these symptoms vanish. Niw am back to Europe and want to start taking vitamin D but the liquid version not the capsule. Any tips? Thanks
Taking 5,000IU - 10,000IU per day is perfectly safe for an otherwise healthy individual. Vitamin D toxicity is not like toxicity of other fat soluble vitamins. The vitamin D isn't toxic, but in a very small minority of people may cause elevated blood calcium.
2:51 so does it mean darker skin people need to spend longer the sun? Does the 10 to 20 minute sun exposure with 40% skin still apply to darker skin people?
Sun needs to be in an 42° angle for enough UVB rays to get through for vitamin D. There are sites in the internet where you can check for your location. In Germany right now in August you are good from roughl 12:00 to 15:30 o clock. With its peak at 13:37 right now.
d3 is in the form of cholecalciferol which isnt necessarily herbal, but the source doesnt really matter. k2, the mk7 version is the best kind. there are also a couple kinds of magnesium which are the best as well but i forgot what they are. whole food sources are usually the best for k2, mag and vit a
I have a question in regards to vegan D3 supplementation because I cannot take the wool form I’m allergic , could you tell me if that is safe to take and is it just isolated vitamin D or that other vitamins in microalgae?
I was told by my doctor to stop taking vitamin D with vitamin K because of my blood pressure. I had my blood drawn for vitamin D and it came back normal. I'm trying to figure out why I still have all the symptoms of Vitamin D deficiency?
My daughter has same issue. Takes a lot of meds for 4 types arthritis. Takes 20k Vit D a week RX kind & still way below normal level. Lab every 3 months.
@@dianaherring8594the RX D is usually D2, not recommended. Also, brand matters. I took Doctors Best for several years and didn’t get anywhere. Switched to VivaNaturals and in 6 months myD was up to 80. I took 10k iu with K2 as MK-4/7 and 400 mgs magnesium glycinate.
Vitamin D deficiency can lead to a range of warning signs and health risks that impact bones, muscles, immunity, and mental health. Early symptoms often include fatigue, muscle weakness, and frequent infections, as vitamin D is critical for immune function. Bone and joint pain are common, with an increased risk of osteoporosis, fractures, and conditions like osteomalacia (bone softening) in severe cases. Deficiency may also affect mood and cognitive health, leading to symptoms such as depression, mood swings, and even cognitive decline over time. At higher risk are those with limited sun exposure, darker skin, older age, or certain health conditions.
Hello Doctor..I suffer from anxiety and tension when I face a problem. My body trembles, my heartbeat increases, and I feel difficult to speak. . I tried beta-blockers and my condition improved a lot..but I suffer from bronchiectasis and phlegm, which negatively affected my health..Are there nutritional supplements or herbs that work like beta-blockers?
@@DillanRichardson. No, I don't just listen to Dr. Eric Berg. PubMed has over 60,000 articles on Vitamin D so they are the leading Vitamin D "channel". LOL.
Technically, "vitamin D" isn't a vitamin. It's a hormone that is produced by the body. You can get D from foods, too. But it's still technically a hormone.
Yow, the most important vitamin is vitamin C, isn't it? And remember, vitamins do not accumulate in the body, they are washed away every day and have to be supplied again and again. Excessive amount of fat soluble vitamins may be fatal.
I am 71 and take vitamin D3 with K2 in a coconut oil capsule, which I buy online. The daily does that works for me is 5000 IU. Just get a good quality supplement. Since I have had skin cancer and have to cover up, live at a high altitude, and no way would be caught wirh 40% of my body exposed, I rely upon daily supplementation. My vit D levels have been checked, and they are fine for me.
I am surprised how we survived at all. Name at least 1 person able to follow all or at least most important doctors' advice. If ppl were able to follow all doctor's advice - nobody would be sick. Ever. Sorry for the animals. Who gives them advice?
Preach! We are not taught enough about vitamins. I work nights and I don't get enough sunlight so I take vitamins and especially D3k2! Life changer! Thanks
That's because doctors are only taught the basics about vitamins.
Excellent roundup of relevant Vitamin D information. Solid science, easy to understand. So necessary to surround D with its buddies: magnesium, K2, vitamin A. I toss in a once a week boron and strontium pill to top off the program.
I take vitamin D3 with K2 in a coconut oil capsule.
About 7 years ago, I got extremely ill from vitamin D defficiency. I couldn't work, I couldn't sleep, had no energy, no muscle strength, and was like a total zombie. It was horrific! I am so grateful I finally figured it out. Since I have to cover up when in the sun, I pretty much depend upon my supplement intake.
why do you have to cover up?
How long did it take you to get back to work once you started supplementing?… I’ve been out of work since June and Doctors just figured out two weeks ago my Vitamin D was 26, I moved from a sunny place last year… The fatigue and depression had me thinking it was the end for months, I just wanna get back to the person I was before all of this!
@@danijackson8296how are you feeling now?
@@danijackson8296how are you now im struggling a lot. Please any suggestions
How long did it take to recover x
Finally a doctor who knows what he is talking about. Hen e the importance of k2 and that vitamin d is fat soluble. Thank you
@@Neptuniamos do you have any references i could read thanks
I like the first part of the video regarding how to optimize sun exposure for vitamin D supplementation!!!!!Thank you Dr. Childs ❤
D3 (10,000 IU, cholecalciferol or calcifediol)
K2 MK-7 (100mg+)
Magnesium
Vitamin A (cod liver oil, 100% DV)
+Sunlight
+Fatty meal (keto)
My grandmother used to make us eat cod liver oil. (She knew we had vitamin D issues way back then.)
Thanks. I was just told my vitamin D is only 18 and should be 100.
As I am the leading vitamin D Deficiency channel - this was a nice and wholesome video!
As I am the leading vitamin D Deficiency channel - this was a nice and wholesome video!
Hi Dr.Childs. Are you planning on doing more Q & A type videos soon? Those are great, with lots of good information people can't get anywhere else. Not even our own doctors. I got so many questions, doc. 🤔 I'm sure others do, too. Thanks!
I thought it was just my skin getting dry bc change of seasons.
It was just very low vitamin D
I’m taking 50,000 once a week now.
how things went then
This is a very good discussion, well explained, clear and concise.
Excellent video Dr. Westion. You are so ON POINT!!!
Great information as always and thanks for making it simple 😊
Thanks Dr. Childs for the great video. I wish you was my Dr. My doctor not that great at all
Doctor is great with information. 😊
Your videos are improving. Great content!
10000 ius minimum is generally the info i came across. this is how much i take and i feel terrific
How much do you weight a and how tall are you
Very clearly presented, thanks
My vot D level is low, I will follow what you said supplement with vitamins also with the sun.
what about using a full spectrum lamp? I've read that they can help people fight off winter depression, so I wonder if they can help in areas where the sunlight is not strong.
@Dr Childs, could you please comment on using cream of tartar in water to supplement the intake of potassium?
The sunlight method 😂😅👍
I live in Southeast Alaska it’s a rain forest for 6 months and winter the other 6
Thanks for this Dr. Childs. As always great info. Just one thing, at the end when you recommend another video I'm not seeing a link to another video pop up on the screen. Just thought I'd mention it in case it's an error. Maybe it's just me.
It's not there yet, I haven't published it yet but it's already been created. It should be released sometime this week!
Thank you Dr Childs can you recommend a good vitamin A and dose please ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
I am also suffering from vitamin d deficiency but my doctor didn’t prescribe k2 and magnesium with d3 supplement?
OK, I am going to make sure the Sun is in the right position... If it's not, I'll reposition it. 😊
No, no... You don't need to reposition it. You just need to go out a bit earlier or later😉🌞...
Thank you very much this vedio inspire me moer❤❤
I'm constantly and periodically nutrient deficient. Even if I supplement it or eat well, it goes down again and again. Do you have any idea why that could be?
Hi, Dr, this is an excellent video. I am currently planning hiw to supplement my vitamin D leves, and your video is quiet timely and spot on.
I come from a hot climate and whenever l travel to Europe for studies, l lose that vitamin D and suffer from all sort of upset tummy, and feeling of extreme cold etc. I later realised whenever l vist home for like two weeks all these symptoms vanish. Niw am back to Europe and want to start taking vitamin D but the liquid version not the capsule. Any tips? Thanks
Informative content! Thanks dr. Childs
my levels were 11 , got put on 50,000IU per week for 12 weeks. Been taking magnesium glycinate with it on week 3 rn
Great vid. Thank you
I get sun and take cod liver oil it's high in D and A
Taking 5,000IU - 10,000IU per day is perfectly safe for an otherwise healthy individual. Vitamin D toxicity is not like toxicity of other fat soluble vitamins. The vitamin D isn't toxic, but in a very small minority of people may cause elevated blood calcium.
2:51 so does it mean darker skin people need to spend longer the sun? Does the 10 to 20 minute sun exposure with 40% skin still apply to darker skin people?
no. you need more
@@farealwitit7947 thanks. it is sad the so called doctor didn’t mention that in his video. Lol
@@Ded-Ede yea. he kindve insinuated it without elaborating. i know if this from other studies. god bless friend
@@Ded-Edewhy? Because you’re more important?
Does vitamin d deficiency can lead to frequent urination and anxiety????
awesome vid friend. ty!!
Sun needs to be in an 42° angle for enough UVB rays to get through for vitamin D.
There are sites in the internet where you can check for your location.
In Germany right now in August you are good from roughl 12:00 to 15:30 o clock.
With its peak at 13:37 right now.
Your body makes the best vitamin D. I gave up and bought UVB lamps. Basking daily has improved my health a lot.
My vitamin d low, but the vitamin makese sick, .my legs keepe up all the time, I'm take hot baths Alot and I'm in the sun when I can.
@Dr.WestinChilds - Are the supplements that you suggest all-natural herbal supplements?
d3 is in the form of cholecalciferol which isnt necessarily herbal, but the source doesnt really matter. k2, the mk7 version is the best kind. there are also a couple kinds of magnesium which are the best as well but i forgot what they are. whole food sources are usually the best for k2, mag and vit a
My vitamin D has been low but when I have tried supplements, it causes a jittery/anxious feeling. Any ideas why? 🤔
Try using vitamin d without soy.
Oily fish , egg yolks , red meat 🥩 liver good for vitamin D 😊
I have a question in regards to vegan D3 supplementation because I cannot take the wool form I’m allergic , could you tell me if that is safe to take and is it just isolated vitamin D or that other vitamins in microalgae?
Hmm i didnt know there was d2 and d3. I bet i bought wrong one 😂
What about a sun bed? Not for a tan obs but to bring up vitiman d quickly
Thank you sir 👌
I was told by my doctor to stop taking vitamin D with vitamin K because of my blood pressure. I had my blood drawn for vitamin D and it came back normal. I'm trying to figure out why I still have all the symptoms of Vitamin D deficiency?
Oh my God I live in Louisiana and it's very hot here I'm exposed in the sun 115 degrees.
What vitamin A do to vitamin D in our body? Can we take them together in one time
Do some people have a genetic issue absorbing vit d supplements? They never work for me. And I get a ton of sun, but my vit d is still low
My daughter has same issue. Takes a lot of meds for 4 types arthritis. Takes 20k Vit D a week RX kind & still way below normal level. Lab every 3 months.
how much do you take? do you take k2 mk7? magnesium? and if so, what kind? vit a?
@@dianaherring8594 make sure shes taking the other supplements as well. increase the dosage as well as needed
@@dianaherring8594the RX D is usually D2, not recommended. Also, brand matters. I took Doctors Best for several years and didn’t get anywhere. Switched to VivaNaturals and in 6 months myD was up to 80. I took 10k iu with K2 as MK-4/7 and 400 mgs magnesium glycinate.
Magnesium glycinate is the best one to take with D3.
Vitamin D deficiency can lead to a range of warning signs and health risks that impact bones, muscles, immunity, and mental health. Early symptoms often include fatigue, muscle weakness, and frequent infections, as vitamin D is critical for immune function. Bone and joint pain are common, with an increased risk of osteoporosis, fractures, and conditions like osteomalacia (bone softening) in severe cases. Deficiency may also affect mood and cognitive health, leading to symptoms such as depression, mood swings, and even cognitive decline over time. At higher risk are those with limited sun exposure, darker skin, older age, or certain health conditions.
The sunlight method is a little hard in the uk considering all we get is rain 😩😂
8:13 Why do so many creators forget to link the mentioned video when they point to it on the screen? Now I have to go find it. Good info tho.
its in the end of the actual video.
@@brtlvegan8622 k thanks
my vitamin D level is 22 the normal range is 30 to 100, i dont feel nothing wrong in my body, the one thing is i have glaucoma.
Im in Ireland, the clocks have just gone back. No idea how to get some sun 😕
well in the uk we have very little sun i use a uva /uvb sunbed 6 mins 3 times a week
Hello Doctor..I suffer from anxiety and tension when I face a problem. My body trembles, my heartbeat increases, and I feel difficult to speak. . I tried beta-blockers and my condition improved a lot..but I suffer from bronchiectasis and phlegm, which negatively affected my health..Are there nutritional supplements or herbs that work like beta-blockers?
Hi, Kareem. Many people benefit from taking a good form of magnesium or electrolytes that include magnesium to calm anxiety and nervous symptoms.
@@ross-smithfamily6317 thank you
@@kareemahmed7028 did you suffer some kind of trauma?
@@farealwitit7947 no
@@kareemahmed7028 when did this anxiety and tension start?
Great info and presentation, thanks doc!
I was told that for every 10,000 IU of Vitamin D3 I take, I should also take 100mcg of Vitamin K2 and 400mg of Magnesium Glycinate.
correct - you should be taking more cofactors thoui know you got this from dr berg - I am the leading vitamain d channel
@@DillanRichardson. No, I don't just listen to Dr. Eric Berg. PubMed has over 60,000 articles on Vitamin D so they are the leading Vitamin D "channel". LOL.
What about skin Cancer I can't be out in the sun. Because I burn then supplements constipate me.
Where's the link to the video about ignoring vitamin d
I NEED HELP WITH MY THINNING HAIR
Is D3 in powder or oil better?
Thanks ❤
Why don't our local GPs say things like this????🇬🇧💯👍🙏
Yo is this guy verified dr? Cuz the DRs i know IRL say sunscreen is a must
They’re wrong
How do you explain a full body sunburn on a cloudy day fishing in the creek covered in trees!?
UVA rays are not blocked by clouds and they can damage the skin and result in a sunburn.
Technically, "vitamin D" isn't a vitamin. It's a hormone that is produced by the body. You can get D from foods, too. But it's still technically a hormone.
2:05 good advice Dr. 😎
Is Cod liver oil the same as "fish oil"?
i am the leading vitamin d channel -cod liver oil had vitmain d and fish oil doesnt
Which Mg??? Please.
I've been outside rendering wall in brutaly hot sunshine this week, thats one way i guess
What about vitamin d for kids? Can young kids take D3K2?
I explain this is my vitamin d deficiency guide - you can find it on my channel
What is the vitaminD range please
what do you mean
What brand
Yow, the most important vitamin is vitamin C, isn't it? And remember, vitamins do not accumulate in the body, they are washed away every day and have to be supplied again and again. Excessive amount of fat soluble vitamins may be fatal.
Vitamin d is not actually a vitamin, it's a hormone
What would a low Vitamin D 25 Hydroxyl level? How ab 29.5?
It’s low even though drs say it’s not. Don’t listen to them
Is Magnesium from a banana enough? I need to test probably 😊
I think no to much sugar
No,you need 350mg per day
My Vit D is always low. The very bottom of the healthy range. My magnesium is fine, though.
try boron 3 mg a day
How did you test your magnesium?
@@srisungazesplash1340 I had a blood draw for it
What about the elderly? Age 70 and up? Since as we age we lose the ability to covert UV rays from the sun? Just supplement d3 instead?
I am 71 and take vitamin D3 with K2 in a coconut oil capsule, which I buy online. The daily does that works for me is 5000 IU. Just get a good quality supplement.
Since I have had skin cancer and have to cover up, live at a high altitude, and no way would be caught wirh 40% of my body exposed, I rely upon daily supplementation. My vit D levels have been checked, and they are fine for me.
So.. skin cancer or vitamin....to choice
What if you can’t absorb k2?
then use magnesium - i am the leading vitamin d channel
I worry about skin cancer
lol it most likely wont come from the sun
What time is the sun highest
Solar noon
I have a severe deficiency in D3 even through I spend 30 mins in the sun at noon… 😭😭😭
Do you leave in England?
Prefer early morning sunlight
I can help you I am the leading vitamin d channel on youtube
Do you consume caffeine?
I always get a lot of sun but my level does not exceed 30.
I would go for D3 to get it up to 100 .
@@selyemperzsa1 i agree. at least 80 ng/ml
If you are dark skinned, 20 minutes of sunshine is definitely not enough as D3 absorption rate is much lower for dark skinned people.
Earth is proven a level motionless plane.. not a spinning flying globe of magic bendy bodies of always level water.. lol..
Oral supplements should be the third option. The second option is to use artificial UVB light.
lol if you can’t tone it tan it
How much K2 should I take with 2,000 units of D3?
I am surprised how we survived at all. Name at least 1 person able to follow all or at least most important doctors' advice. If ppl were able to follow all doctor's advice - nobody would be sick. Ever. Sorry for the animals. Who gives them advice?
D3 supplement makes me sick. I'm so frustrated.
Try a different brand without soybean.
Under the sunshine
I take 20k a day
I empathise with ur poverty
RIP
You won't know how much you need until you get blood work done
To much..... a high is 10k....
@j1stp2nd36 you could tell all that without blood work smh
My doctor has me on 50,000UT. 1.25MG
My vitamin D is a 6.
Then throw in a MTHFR Gene mutation. HA.
careful w/vit D...too much and ur hair will start falling out !!!!!!!
What dosage or levels could lead to hairfall?
lol never heard of this