People are being urged to stop taking a vitamin D supplement if they experience a certain set of worrying symptoms.
With the winter months now upon us, it can be difficult to get enough vitamin D throughout the day. Many of us journey into work before the sun rises and, by the time we’re heading home, it has long since gone.
So, what are the alternatives? A lot of people will opt for taking supplements to boost their vitamin D intake.
However, some experts are warning that this could come with some worrying side effects.
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In a previous statement from an NHS spokesperson, it read: “From October to March we can’t make enough vitamin D from sunlight, so to keep bones and muscles healthy, it’s best to take a daily 10 microgram supplement of vitamin D. You can get vitamin D from most pharmacies and retailers.”
As reported by The Mirror, if you start to notice you’re experiencing any of these four symptoms, you should stop taking vitamin D supplements immediately.
Nausea, burping or an upset tummy
It's never a pleasant experience getting any of the above, particularly when you've already taken your supplements. It's always best to take your dose alongside a meal, experts have warned. And if any sprays or gummies seem to be causing you symptoms, it's advised to swap them out for straightforward tablets - preferably taken after you've thrown up though.
Because such sprays contain sweeteners, it can cause irritation to the digestive system, which is less likely to happen with a normal tablet.
Thirst and the need to urinate
The Mirror article explained how consuming too much vitamin D can lead to fluid and salt systems in the body not functioning properly, leading to many trips to the bathroom.
On top of frequent thirst after taking vitamin D tablets, it could well be a sign you're overdoing things.
Unable to think straight
You'd think that taking vitamin D would see headaches and brain fog disappear, but they can also be a consequence of taking too many supplements.
Again here, just like with nausea, a simple 10 microgram D3 tablet may be the way to go if you are having issues with the typical gummies.
Bone and muscle ache
Lastly, having frequent bone and muscle pain shortly after taking vitamin D supplements should be a warning sign.
And to get rid of the unpleasant symptoms, you're going to want to be drinking plenty of water, as well as foods rich in minerals to help combat it.
Furthermore, reducing your intake of vitamin D will also go a long way in removing the symptoms.