vitamin D

[Guest guest]

Im reading about rebounding right now, which is a form of exercise that is

supposed to help build all of our cells stronger including building bone

mass.Its called Rebound Exercise- The ultimate Exercise for the New Mellenium.

I got it at Piccadilly Books, where they publish Bruce Fifes books.I am the

worlds biggest couch potato but i think I could bounce on a minitramp a couple

of times a day.

Also if you arent absorbing the vitamin D you may have better luck with a dry or

allergy form of vitamin D take a vitamin designed for people with MS called

ADEKs that are for people with fat absorption problems for whatever reason.My

weeight loss surgery keeps me from absorbing d normally so I take the water

soluable form and spend time in the sun.

IN NC

Nina Moliver <ninalynn@...> wrote:

Yes, I've been struggling with bone loss off and on for the last 11 years.

When my bones do well, it is by dint of a lot of work - exercise, herbs,

homeopathy and so forth. Maybe this is at the root of my problem.

Nina

RE: Re: Vitamin D

>

>

> Hi Nina,

>

> So, you take 2500 IU's of Vitamin D. What brand do

> you take?

>

> Pamela

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[Guest guest]

, thank you. I have the dry Vit D on order and I have been rebounding

on my trampoline for about 3 weeks now. It's good to hear these strategies

reinforced by you. I'll look up the book. Thank you!

Nina

RE: Re: Vitamin D

Im reading about rebounding right now, which is a form of exercise that is

supposed to help build all of our cells stronger including building bone

mass.Its called Rebound Exercise- The ultimate Exercise for the New

Mellenium. I got it at Piccadilly Books, where they publish Bruce Fifes

books.I am the worlds biggest couch potato but i think I could bounce on a

minitramp a couple of times a day.

Also if you arent absorbing the vitamin D you may have better luck with a

dry or allergy form of vitamin D take a vitamin designed for people with MS

called ADEKs that are for people with fat absorption problems for whatever

reason.My weeight loss surgery keeps me from absorbing d normally so I take

the water soluable form and spend time in the sun.

IN NC

Nina Moliver <ninalynn@...> wrote:

Yes, I've been struggling with bone loss off and on for the last 11 years.

When my bones do well, it is by dint of a lot of work - exercise, herbs,

homeopathy and so forth. Maybe this is at the root of my problem.

Nina

[Guest guest]

Synthetic vitamin A is far more toxic in large doses than natural A.

Warning about vitamin A are based on the problems with synthetic. I

use Carlson's Cod liver oil for both A and D. I have been taking over

a tablespoon a day of cod liver oil for several years with no problem.

Alobar

On 11/17/06, sallyhffmn <sally.hoffman@...> wrote:

>

> >

> > my endocrinologists staff and Dr. think that anyone with a thyroid

> problem has low vitamin d since that can cause soo many problems. -

>

> --Hi Stuck

> That seems a lot. I've just looked it up and A daily intake should

> not exceed 6,600mcg and 3,300mcg for children. This is generally

> considered safe. My multi has 67iu bio transformed Vit D. It

> doesn't sound like enough does it. It encourages calcium absorption

> and excessive intake can lead to calcification of soft tissue. What

> you said about hypos are lacking would fit because lack of D can

> also cause hair loss apparently. I was told not to take it but i'm

> not happy with that advice. They want to sort my high calcium

> tissue levels out first but i'm worried i'm lacking. The weather

> here does not enable me to get it much from sunshine at the moment

> so i just wish i knew what to do. Sorting the thyroid would sort

> the calcuim in tissue and if you're right vit D might help sort the

> thyroid, along with the vco etc.

>

> Sally

>

[Guest guest]

-- a tablespoon a day of cod liver oil for several years with no

problem.

>

> Alobar

>

I take the fish oils for the omega 3 but that's not the same as cod

liver oil is it. I might try that. I remember getting a spoonful

of it everyday when i was a kid. I know my dad swears by it and if

he doesn't take it he really notices the difference in his joints

etc. How much D do you actually get from a tablespoon? There has

been talk on the forum fairly recently about different sorts of vit

D deficiencies which is confusing. Do you know if a tablespoon will

be enough to sort out any deficiencies or is that more a maintenance

dose.

Sally

Is there omega 3 in the cod liver oil?

Sally

>

> On 11/17/06, sallyhffmn <sally.hoffman@...> wrote:

> >

> > >

> > > my endocrinologists staff and Dr. think that anyone with a

thyroid

> > problem has low vitamin d since that can cause soo many

problems. -

> >

> > --Hi Stuck

> > That seems a lot. I've just looked it up and A daily intake

should

> > not exceed 6,600mcg and 3,300mcg for children. This is generally

> > considered safe. My multi has 67iu bio transformed Vit D. It

> > doesn't sound like enough does it. It encourages calcium

absorption

> > and excessive intake can lead to calcification of soft tissue.

What

> > you said about hypos are lacking would fit because lack of D can

> > also cause hair loss apparently. I was told not to take it but

i'm

> > not happy with that advice. They want to sort my high calcium

> > tissue levels out first but i'm worried i'm lacking. The weather

> > here does not enable me to get it much from sunshine at the

moment

> > so i just wish i knew what to do. Sorting the thyroid would sort

> > the calcuim in tissue and if you're right vit D might help sort

the

> > thyroid, along with the vco etc.

> >

> > Sally

> >

>

[Guest guest]

Carlson cod liver oil contains

Vitamin A 700 - 1200 IU 14-24%

Vitamin D 400 IU 100%

Vitamin E (as d-Alpha tocopherol) 10 IU 30%

ALA (Alpha-Linolenic Acid) 40 - 60 mg *

DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid) 500 - 590 mg *

EPA (Eicosapentaenoic Acid) 360 - 500 mg *

* Daily Value (DV) not established

http://www.carlsonlabs.com/product_detail.phtml?prodid=00205

Info above is for 1 teaspoon of oil. So triple that for a tablespoon.

Alobar

On 11/17/06, sallyhffmn <sally.hoffman@...> wrote:

> -- a tablespoon a day of cod liver oil for several years with no

> problem.

> >

> > Alobar

> >

>

> I take the fish oils for the omega 3 but that's not the same as cod

> liver oil is it. I might try that. I remember getting a spoonful

> of it everyday when i was a kid. I know my dad swears by it and if

> he doesn't take it he really notices the difference in his joints

> etc. How much D do you actually get from a tablespoon? There has

> been talk on the forum fairly recently about different sorts of vit

> D deficiencies which is confusing. Do you know if a tablespoon will

> be enough to sort out any deficiencies or is that more a maintenance

> dose.

> Sally

> Is there omega 3 in the cod liver oil?

> Sally

[Guest guest]

Using calcium (preferably calcium citrate) tablets/capsules that include

Vitamin D is generally advised. Without Vitamin D, calcium isn't absorbed. I

use

Citracal with Vitamin D, strongly recommended by my doctors.

Have you considered something like Fosamax or didronel or any of the other

medications that help rebuild bones?

H.

In a message dated 5/30/07 9:57:39 AM, auntpat5@... writes:

> was dx with AIH in 1999 at age 49. Started on Pred.,

> added imuran, now on imuran only. I also have

> osteopenia which could leads to osteoporosis. I was

> taking calcium supplements but no improvement was

> noted.

> I had my vitamin D level tested and it was low. The

> doctor rx'd Vitamin D 50000IU to be taken once wkly

> for 3 months. Was retested and " D " was still low so I

> am taking it again wkly for tree months. As you know,

> vitamin D is needed to help absorb the calcium needed

> for the bones. It also might help the aches and pains

> if you have any. Hope this helps. Oh, all liver

> tests have been normal since 2000!

>

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Gastric problems rule out Fosamax for me, too. Therefore, I take Didronel for

10 days? every three months. I must take it on an empty stomach, but I can

lie down after taking it. This means I can take it during the night if I wish.

Similar drugs can be taken by nasal spray or injection, if oral use isn't

possible (for those unable to swallow, for example.)

My HMO provided meetings with various specialists to be sure Didronel was

best.

Harper

In a message dated 5/30/07 12:20:23 PM, auntpat5@... writes:

>

> Yes, I also take calcium-Viactive with D & K. I could

> not take Fosamax, etc because they caused severe upper

> gastric problems. So adding the extra D was

> recommended.

>

>

>

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[Guest guest]

I found some notes I'd made to myself saying that Vitamin K helps bone

strength in people who have liver disease. However, I didn't note the source, so

I

need to do some research before recommending it to anyone.

If you're having nutritional deficiencies -- low levels of potassium or iron

or vitamins, for example -- consider celiac disease, another autoimmune

disease. Celiac disease prevents absorption of nutrients in the small intestine.

About 1% of all people in the U.S. have it; the rate is probably higher in

people

who already have an autoimmune disease. About half of those with CD don't

have diarrhea or constipation. As for weight loss, there's some indication

that

it can even cause obesity.

Harper

In a message dated 5/30/07 2:41:04 PM, sfgordon93@... writes:

> i Pat,

>

> I've had almost the same experience with you regarding Vitamin D.

> My internist did testing that showed I was low and I had to take the

> huge dose for 8 weeks about a year ago. Now she wants me to take 400

> mg twice a day. This is in addition to what I get in my Calcium +D

> pills and my multivitamin. I really trust this doctor and I hope that

> others are getting tested for Vitamin D levels.

>

> Sharon

>

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[Guest guest]

Right now, switch to calcium that includes Vitamin D! This is important,

and it's an inexpensive, safe fix!

I think that, in the UK, codfish oil is favored for its Vitamin D content.

In the U.S., not so much.

Harper

In a message dated 5/30/07 3:16:49 PM, st.abbs@... writes:

> Hi all,

> I've had A.I.H since late 2003, doctors haven't mentioned anything

> about vitamin D, i've complained about my sore bones,it's affecting my

> walking, but they never pick up on it.

> I'll mention again next week.

>

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[Guest guest]

Yes, I also take calcium-Viactive with D & K. I could

not take Fosamax, etc because they caused severe upper

gastric problems. So adding the extra D was

recommended.

--- flatcat9@... wrote:

> Using calcium (preferably calcium citrate)

> tablets/capsules that include

> Vitamin D is generally advised. Without Vitamin D,

> calcium isn't absorbed. I use

> Citracal with Vitamin D, strongly recommended by my

> doctors.

>

> Have you considered something like Fosamax or

> didronel or any of the other

> medications that help rebuild bones?

> H.

> In a message dated 5/30/07 9:57:39 AM,

> auntpat5@... writes:

>

>

> > was dx with AIH in 1999 at age 49. Started on

> Pred.,

> > added imuran, now on imuran only. I also have

> > osteopenia which could leads to osteoporosis. I

> was

> > taking calcium supplements but no improvement was

> > noted.

> > I had my vitamin D level tested and it was low.

> The

> > doctor rx'd Vitamin D 50000IU to be taken once

> wkly

> > for 3 months. Was retested and " D " was still low

> so I

> > am taking it again wkly for tree months. As you

> know,

> > vitamin D is needed to help absorb the calcium

> needed

> > for the bones. It also might help the aches and

> pains

> > if you have any. Hope this helps. Oh, all liver

> > tests have been normal since 2000!

> >

>

>

>

>

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>

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Look for calcium citrate; it works best, according to all my doctors and

nurses.

H.

In a message dated 5/30/07 3:52:12 PM, st.abbs@... writes:

>

> I'll go to the chemists and get some tomorrow

> Thanks,

> Ann

>

>

> >

> > Right now, switch to calcium that includes Vitamin D! This is

> important,

> > and it's an inexpensive, safe fix!

> >

> > I think that, in the UK, codfish oil is favored for its Vitamin D

> content.

> > In the U.S., not so much.

> > Harper

>

>

>

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Harper- Glad you found something that worked for you.

Pat

--- flatcat9@... wrote:

>

> Gastric problems rule out Fosamax for me, too.

> Therefore, I take Didronel for

> 10 days? every three months. I must take it on an

> empty stomach, but I can

> lie down after taking it. This means I can take it

> during the night if I wish.

>

> Similar drugs can be taken by nasal spray or

> injection, if oral use isn't

> possible (for those unable to swallow, for example.)

>

> My HMO provided meetings with various specialists to

> be sure Didronel was

> best.

>

> Harper

> In a message dated 5/30/07 12:20:23 PM,

> auntpat5@... writes:

>

>

> >

> > Yes, I also take calcium-Viactive with D & K. I

> could

> > not take Fosamax, etc because they caused severe

> upper

> > gastric problems. So adding the extra D was

> > recommended.

> >

> >

> >

>

>

>

>

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[Guest guest]

Hi Pat,

I've had almost the same experience with you regarding Vitamin D.

My internist did testing that showed I was low and I had to take the

huge dose for 8 weeks about a year ago. Now she wants me to take 400

mg twice a day. This is in addition to what I get in my Calcium +D

pills and my multivitamin. I really trust this doctor and I hope that

others are getting tested for Vitamin D levels.

Sharon

[Guest guest]

>

> Hi Pat,

>

> I've had almost the same experience with you regarding Vitamin

D.

> My internist did testing that showed I was low and I had to take the

> huge dose for 8 weeks about a year ago. Now she wants me to take 400

> mg twice a day. This is in addition to what I get in my Calcium +D

> pills and my multivitamin. I really trust this doctor and I hope

that

> others are getting tested for Vitamin D levels.

>

> Sharon

>

Hi all,

I've had A.I.H since late 2003, doctors haven't mentioned anything

about vitamin D, i've complained about my sore bones,it's affecting my

walking, but they never pick up on it.

I'll mention again next week.

[Guest guest]

I'll go to the chemists and get some tomorrow

Thanks,

Ann

>

> Right now, switch to calcium that includes Vitamin D! This is

important,

> and it's an inexpensive, safe fix!

>

> I think that, in the UK, codfish oil is favored for its Vitamin D

content.

> In the U.S., not so much.

> Harper

> In a message dated 5/30/07 3:16:49 PM, st.abbs@... writes:

>

>

> > Hi all,

> > I've had A.I.H since late 2003, doctors haven't mentioned anything

> > about vitamin D, i've complained about my sore bones,it's

affecting my

> > walking, but they never pick up on it.

> > I'll mention again next week.

> >

>

>

>

>

> **************************************

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>

>

>

[Guest guest]

Thanks for the information on fat malabsorption and Vitamin D. Best wishes.

Harper

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Vitamin D deficiency can be caused by liver disease or celiac sprue.

Liver disease such as AIH and PBC can cause fat malabsorption and

since Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin, you do not absorb it

properly.

I think everyone with AIH and PBC needs to be tested for Vitamin D

levels. Due to fat malabsorption, I have osteoporosis so bad my last

bone density scan came back -4. Fosamax and Boniva did not work for

me. My doctor is trying to help me get Forteo. It's extremely

expensive - my co-pay would be $178 per month. She's trying to see

if I can get it free from the manufacturer.

Persons with fat malabsorption

As a fat soluble vitamin, vitamin D requires some dietary fat for

absorption. Individuals who have a reduced ability to absorb dietary

fat may require vitamin D supplements [31]. Symptoms of fat

malabsorption include diarrhea and oily stools [31]. Fat

malabsorption is associated with a variety of medical conditions [9]:

Pancreatic enzyme deficiencyis

Characterized by insufficient secretion of pancreatic enzymes.

Pancreatic enzymes are essential for fat absorption, and a deficiency

of these enzymes can result in fat malabsorption.

Crohn's Disease

An inflammatory bowel disease that affects the small intestines.

People with Crohn's disease often experience diarrhea and fat

malabsorption.

Cystic Fibrosis (CF)

A hereditary disorder that causes the body to secrete a thick, sticky

mucus. This mucus clogs the pancreas and lungs. People with CF often

experience fat malabsorption.

Sprue

Often referred to as Celiac Disease (CD), is a genetic disorder.

People with CD are intolerant to a protein called gluten. In CD,

gluten can trigger damage to the small intestines, where most

nutrient absorption occurs. People with CD often experience fat

malabsorption. They need to follow a gluten free diet to avoid

malabsorption and other symptoms of CD.

Liver disease includes a wide variety of disorders that impair liver

function. Some people with liver disease experience fat malabsorption.

Surgical removal of part or all of the stomach or intestines can

impair digestion and absorption of many nutrients. Fat malabsorption

can occur after this type of surgery.

Take care,

Sandy C.

[Guest guest]

We've been talking about supplemental calcium citrate w/ vitamin D, perhaps

with magnesium, and about drugs that target bone loss.

I should have noted that dietary calcium, found in everyday foods, is

believed to be more effective than supplementary calcium.

Also, weight-bearing exercise, such as walking, is very helpful in preventing

bone loss.

Harper

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[Guest guest]

I read at http://vitamindcouncil.com/ that it would take a lot of vitamin D to

become toxic and the USRDA of 400 IU of D is not a safe dose because it is much

too low.

vwolf21@... wrote:

Good Morning ...

I believe my Calcium levels are good...someone wrote that an imbalance in

Calcium/Magnesium can cause problems...and I do have low levels of Magnesium.

I try and balance things out with natural foods but my system is shot ...trying

to rebuild it.

I don't digest properly...so I take a Calcium/Magnesium Supplement...and it is

called a 50/50...equal amounts of Calcium and Magnesium as opposed to what most

Supplements are...70 percent Calcium...30 Percent Magnesium.

I do eat a lot of Calcium foods so I am good on that count.

No a 22 count is not enough to help the body...I believe I need between a 35 to

50.

But because Vit. D cannot be cleared with an overdose...the way Vit. A can

be...I am very cautious about watching my levels carefully...and very

uncomfortable because I seem not to be benefiting from all this D...my body is

storing it but not assimilating it and that makes me nervous.

Thank you for your input...that is what I am looking for...any info that I can

use...cause I am not getting it from the Medical People...Virginia

--------- Re: Re: Vitamin FAQs from Dr.Rath Health

Foundation/Vit. D

I am finally getting to clear my email and just came across this.

Thanks for sending...good info.

What do you think about Vitamin D theraphy?

I should ask first, has anyone heard of it?

Dr. Mercola has a lot of info about it on his site...I am taking Vitamin D

theraphy...50,000 Units of Colicalciferol every week.

So far the D in my system has climbed from a reading of minus zero to about

22...just had some labs done a few days ago..will see if it is still climbing.

But ...even though the D levels in my body are climbing...I am feeling worse and

worse...especially my bones.

Can barely get around...much worse than before I started this theraphy.

Something is wrong...I tried googleing for info but I guess I don't know exactly

what to look for...any ideas? V.

[Guest guest]

what other medicines are you taking? -- and how about the SUN!!

The sun and your cholesterol make natural vitamin D which helps

the bones!!

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From: vwolf21@...

Coconut Oil

Date: Mon, 24 Sep 2007 10:00:15 +0000

Subject: Vitamin D

Message-ID:

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ast.net>

Good Morning ...

I believe my Calcium levels are good...someone wrote that an imbalance in

Calcium/Magnesium can cause problems...and I do have low levels of

Magnesium.

I try and balance things out with natural foods but my system is shot

....trying to rebuild it.

I don't digest properly...so I take a Calcium/Magnesium Supplement...and

it is called a 50/50...equal amounts of Calcium and Magnesium as opposed

to what most Supplements are...70 percent Calcium...30 Percent Magnesium.

I do eat a lot of Calcium foods so I am good on that count.

No a 22 count is not enough to help the body...I believe I need between a

35 to 50.

But because Vit. D cannot be cleared with an overdose...the way Vit. A

can be...I am very cautious about watching my levels carefully...and very

uncomfortable because I seem not to be benefiting from all this D...my

body is storing it but not assimilating it and that makes me nervous.

Thank you for your input...that is what I am looking for...any info that

I can use...cause I am not getting it from the Medical People...Virginia

--------- Re: Re: Vitamin FAQs from Dr.Rath

Health Foundation/Vit. D

I am finally getting to clear my email and just came across this.

Thanks for sending...good info.

What do you think about Vitamin D theraphy?

I should ask first, has anyone heard of it?

Dr. Mercola has a lot of info about it on his site...I am taking Vitamin

D theraphy...50,000 Units of Colicalciferol every week.

So far the D in my system has climbed from a reading of minus zero to

about 22...just had some labs done a few days ago..will see if it is

still climbing.

But ...even though the D levels in my body are climbing...I am feeling

worse and worse...especially my bones.

Can barely get around...much worse than before I started this theraphy.

Something is wrong...I tried googleing for info but I guess I don't know

exactly what to look for...any ideas? V.

[Guest guest]

I missed the beginning of this I think, I take 50,000 once a month in one pill.

I can tell when I have missed the dose I get really RUN down. Sorry if that

makes no sence or help.

Shalom

Re: Re: Vitamin FAQs from Dr.Rath Health

Foundation/Vit. D

I am finally getting to clear my email and just came across this.

Thanks for sending...good info.

What do you think about Vitamin D theraphy?

I should ask first, has anyone heard of it?

Dr. Mercola has a lot of info about it on his site...I am taking Vitamin D

theraphy...50,000 Units of Colicalciferol every week.

So far the D in my system has climbed from a reading of minus zero to about

22...just had some labs done a few days ago..will see if it is still climbing.

But ...even though the D levels in my body are climbing...I am feeling worse

and worse...especially my bones.

Can barely get around...much worse than before I started this theraphy.

Something is wrong...I tried googleing for info but I guess I don't know

exactly what to look for...any ideas? V.

[Guest guest]

I just wrote to you through another email that you had been sent to someone

else. Don't expect to find a doctor that's interested. Sometimes the ones that

are just out of Med School and haven't gotten too busy yet, are good, sometimes

that ones that practice is small towns are good. Often i'ts your approach.

You have to go in there with s SHORT list of ailments. They can't digest too

much all at once, sometimes I take in Medical Papers from University websites.

Sometimes I already know which tests I want done and ask for them and if he asks

why, I'm ready with a SHORT answer.

Bonnie

Re: Re: Vitamin FAQs from Dr.Rath Health

Foundation/Vit. D

I am finally getting to clear my email and just came across this.

Thanks for sending...good info.

What do you think about Vitamin D theraphy?

I should ask first, has anyone heard of it?

Dr. Mercola has a lot of info about it on his site...I am taking Vitamin D

theraphy...50,000 Units of Colicalciferol every week.

So far the D in my system has climbed from a reading of minus zero to about

22...just had some labs done a few days ago..will see if it is still climbing.

But ...even though the D levels in my body are climbing...I am feeling worse

and worse...especially my bones.

Can barely get around...much worse than before I started this theraphy.

Something is wrong...I tried googleing for info but I guess I don't know

exactly what to look for...any ideas? V.

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Alobar

On 9/15/07, vwolf21@... <vwolf21@...> wrote:

> I missed that post...about Vitamin FAQs....could someone re send?

> I did go to his site...very interesting...someone who is not afraid to speak

up..finally. V.

>

[Guest guest]

Hi ...

I am taking my Supplements and a water pill...a generic form of Lasix.

I am trying to use this carefully...really messes with my stomach.

For some reason my body does not accept the sunlight as a source of D. V.

--------- Re: Re: Vitamin FAQs from Dr.Rath

Health Foundation/Vit. D

I am finally getting to clear my email and just came across this.

Thanks for sending...good info.

What do you think about Vitamin D theraphy?

I should ask first, has anyone heard of it?

Dr. Mercola has a lot of info about it on his site...I am taking Vitamin

D theraphy...50,000 Units of Colicalciferol every week.

So far the D in my system has climbed from a reading of minus zero to

about 22...just had some labs done a few days ago..will see if it is

still climbing.

But ...even though the D levels in my body are climbing...I am feeling

worse and worse...especially my bones.

Can barely get around...much worse than before I started this theraphy.

Something is wrong...I tried googleing for info but I guess I don't know

exactly what to look for...any ideas? V.

[Guest guest]

Hi Virginia and Thelma,

Many of us do not get enough sunlight to convert to vit D, especially those

of us in the northern hemisphere - in winter. in OH

Re: Fw: Vitamin D

Hi ...

I am taking my Supplements and a water pill...a generic form of Lasix.

I am trying to use this carefully...really messes with my stomach.

For some reason my body does not accept the sunlight as a source of D. V.

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what other medicines are you taking? -- and how about the SUN!!

The sun and your cholesterol make natural vitamin D which helps

the bones!!

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I was just reading on Dr. Mark Hyman's site that 400 to 600 iu

vitamin D is just enough to prevent rickets. There is LOTS of

information there.

My naturopath has me on 10,000 iu (because of low blood levels), and

my naturopath says that doctors are safely using up to 25,000 iu

units per day *in persons with low blood levels*

Amber

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.. Of course these higher levels, including the 10,000 I am taking,

should only be taken under the care of a health professional, and

repeated blood tests at least every 2 to 3 months.

> Good Morning ...

> I believe my Calcium levels are good...someone wrote that an

imbalance in Calcium/Magnesium can cause problems...and I do have low

levels of Magnesium.

> I try and balance things out with natural foods but my system is

shot ...trying to rebuild it.

> I don't digest properly...so I take a Calcium/Magnesium

Supplement...and it is called a 50/50...equal amounts of Calcium and

Magnesium as opposed to what most Supplements are...70 percent

Calcium...30 Percent Magnesium.

> I do eat a lot of Calcium foods so I am good on that count.

>

> No a 22 count is not enough to help the body...I believe I need

between a 35 to 50.

> But because Vit. D cannot be cleared with an overdose...the way

Vit. A can be...I am very cautious about watching my levels

carefully...and very uncomfortable because I seem not to be

benefiting from all this D...my body is storing it but not

assimilating it and that makes me nervous.

>

> Thank you for your input...that is what I am looking for...any info

that I can use...cause I am not getting it from the Medical

People...Virginia

>

> --------- Re: Re: Vitamin FAQs from Dr.Rath

Health Foundation/Vit. D

>

> I am finally getting to clear my email and just came across this.

> Thanks for sending...good info.

> What do you think about Vitamin D theraphy?

> I should ask first, has anyone heard of it?

> Dr. Mercola has a lot of info about it on his site...I am taking

Vitamin D theraphy...50,000 Units of Colicalciferol every week.

> So far the D in my system has climbed from a reading of minus zero

to about 22...just had some labs done a few days ago..will see if it

is still climbing.

> But ...even though the D levels in my body are climbing...I am

feeling worse and worse...especially my bones.

> Can barely get around...much worse than before I started this

theraphy.

> Something is wrong...I tried googleing for info but I guess I don't

know exactly what to look for...any ideas? V.

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