Vitamin D plays an important role in bone health and immunity. If you have a Vitamin D deficiency and taking supplements but still unable to have a required boost then here is the list of reasons which might have impacted its absorption.
1. Lack of Sunlight Exposure
Sun is the ultimate source of Vitamin D, even though the supplements act as an alternative for less sunlight exposure but still a sufficient time should be spent under the Sun as it trigger Vitamin D synthesis process.
2. Lack of Magnesium
Magnesium is necessary for Vitamin D absorption. If you have a Magnesium deficiency then your body would not able to absorb the required amount of Vitamin D even the supplements would be partially effective.
3. Lack of Fat in Meals
Vitamin D supplements should be taken with a meal. Plus, you should add some amount of fat in your meal because Vitamin D is a fat soluble vitamin.
4. Lack of Vitamin K
Vitamin K also helps in the absorption of Vitamin D. It's a necessary Vitamin for Osteocalcin, a protein, required for bone mineralization.
5. Lack of Quality in Vitamin D Supplement
You should always go for a supplement from a recognized brand. There are hundreds of options available in the market but you should always go for name which is known it's potency and effectiveness.
You can also try out Vitamin D3 rather than D2 supplement as it has enhanced absorption.
These are the list of a few reasons which may impact the Vitamin D absorption but for a final word it is always advisable to consult your Doctor.
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