Connection between Vitamin D and Chiropractic

Bottom Line:

We all know how important Vitamin D is for the body, and especially feel the effects of not having enough Vitamin D during the winter thanks to the lack of sun and time spent outdoors. There’s many ways to get your daily dose and reasons that we need to make sure we have adequate amounts.

WHAT IT DOES

Vitamin D helps to promote calcium absorption and bone growth, prevent osteoporosis in older adults, reduce inflammation, and assist in processes such as cell growth, neuromuscular and immune function, and glucose metabolism.

SOURCES OF VITAMIN D

There are 3 common ways to get Vitamin D daily; from your food, from the sun, and from supplements.

Few foods naturally contain Vitamin D but it can be found in the flesh of fatty fish, mushrooms, and most meats. Most Americans get their Vitamin D from fortified milk and milk byproducts like butter.

Sun exposure is one of the most common ways people create Vitamin D. The vitamin is created when UV rays from the sun hit the skin and our skin begins the process of synthesizing Vitamin D for our body to absorb and utilize.

Lastly, supplements containing Vitamin D are commonly available at pharmacies or vitamins and supplements stores, and where over the counter medication is sold. Most of us in areas where sun exposure isn’t a great option seek this out as an alternative during this time of the year.

Be aware of the quality of the product you buy. At our office you can be sure it is a professional grade vitamin D!

VITAMIN D AND CHIROPRACTIC

Chiropractic care helps your body function at it’s highest potential through removal of subluxations. This helps your body’s nervous system and it’s ability to regulate your immune system and inflammation. Vitamin D is important for many reasons in this process. It helps keep your bodes strong so your joints are properly protected. It also helps regulate inflammation and the body’s immune response. Making sure you have enough Vitamin D in combination with a chiropractic routine can help your body function at its best.

Call Functional Chiropractic and laser or request an appointment to find out how we can help you. Schedule an appointment with our Shakopee chiropractic team at Functional Chiropractic and Laser anytime you feel it is warranted.