Do You Know Your Vitamin D levels?
Vitamins are one of the most essential things in our bodies. Vitamins are a group of substances needed for normal cell function, growth, and development. Vitamin D, for example, is one such vitamin. Also known as the sunshine vitamin, Vitamin D is needed for many things:
- Contributing to healthy bones and teeth
- Fostering immune, brain, and nervous system health
- Managing insulin levels and supporting diabetes management
- Promoting lung function and heart health
Did you also know that your vitamin D levels can contribute to your fertility journey? Several recent studies have found links between women’s pregnancy rates and an increase in their vitamin D levels.
Male fertility can also be positively affected by adequate consumption of Vitamin D. Vitamin D can help improve sperm count in males, and also promote their motility.
If you struggle with low Vitamin D levels, the solution is very easy! Being outside and exposed to natural sunlight daily is an easy and free way to organically increase your vitamin D levels. Additionally, vitamin D can be consumed through certain foods like salmon, tuna, oysters, egg yolks and mushrooms.
In more extreme cases of low vitamin D levels, supplements might be a necessary addition to your health and fertility journey. As always with any supplement, we ask that you please consult with your doctor before use.
Speaking to a registered dietitian/licensed nutritionist is a great way to help make healthy changes and dietary plans that fit your personal lifestyle and fertility challenges. Our team of experienced and knowledgeable holistic fertility professionals are a great asset to you while you try to figure out which specific dietary and lifestyle options work best for you. They can develop meal plans, shopping lists, tell you what to eat and avoid at your favorite restaurant, recommend various testing, and more.
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