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Hyperparathyroid Overview. Influenza Overview. That was according to a study in the Journal of American Medicine, which pulled data from 39, participants in the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey. This amount is not known to cause immediate health problems, but the findings indicate that more people than ever are seeking out extra vitamin D and may be at risk of overdoing it. This doesn't mean that no one should take a vitamin D supplement.
Other than infants and those over 70 who likely require supplements, people should get their blood levels checked routinely to determine if supplements are advised. If you decide you're interested in taking a vitamin D supplement, read the label, buy from a reputable brand, and check to make sure that the product has been third-party tested for safety and potency.
Supplements are only loosely regulated by the Food and Drug Administration. She adds that the few studies done on intake levels this high were short-term, lasting less than a year, so the result of taking 10, IU over a long time is unknown.
But, as with many things in life, consuming anything to excess is probably not a great idea for your long-term health. Vitamin D research has received a lot of attention in recent years, and many potential benefits are emerging. Supplements are not necessarily off the table but don't go in thinking more is better — unless you love kidney stones. World globe An icon of the world globe, indicating different international options.
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