Vitamin D Total Program

No matter how strong the sun is, Thais are still deficient in Vitamin D!

Are you deficient in Vitamin D? 

Thailand is a country with ample sunlight almost all year round. However, conversely, it is found that a majority of Thais, especially those in Bangkok, are deficient in Vitamin D. According to research published in the Bangkok Medical Journal in 2015, data collected from 211 office workers across Bangkok revealed that 36.5%, or every 1 in 3 office workers, were deficient in Vitamin D. This deficiency stems from insufficient sun exposure habits, whether due to preferences for fair skin, lifestyles spent predominantly indoors in office buildings, or a preference for shaded activities over outdoor areas. Additionally, present factors like urban pollution with particulate matter contribute to decreased sunlight exposure for Thais.

Importance of Vitamin D

• Facilitates calcium absorption
• Promotes muscle strength
• Prevents bone fragility
• Regulates blood sugar levels
• Reduces cancer risk
• Enhances serotonin secretion, aiding stress reduction
• Delays skin cell aging
• Decreases skin inflammation
• Improves exercise efficiency
• Boosts immune function

Sources of Vitamin D

Our bodies can synthesize Vitamin D from the skin's lower layers, stimulated by UVB radiation, to prevent deficiency. It's advisable to receive gentle sunlight exposure in the mornings and evenings for about 15 minutes or to consume foods rich in Vitamin D3, such as seafood like salmon, sardines, tuna, or mackerel, or incorporate wild mushrooms into your diet plate for Vitamin D2.

However, excessive Vitamin D levels in the blood may lead to adverse effects such as loss of appetite, bone mass, kidney strain, or hypercalcemia. Hence, it's crucial to consume Vitamin D in appropriate quantities tailored to individual needs.

Individuals interested in checking their Vitamin D levels are recommended to seek consultation from Lifestyle Medicine specialists to manage their Vitamin D levels and receive personalized healthcare plans.

Vitamin D Total Program

2,875 THB*

*Price excludes doctor and service fees.

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