Guest guest Posted March 29, 2011 Report Share Posted March 29, 2011 > > I take Vitamin D drops. It's $9.95 a bottle at Vitacost.com. At 2000 IU per drop, the bottle lasts forever. +++Hi Vitamin D drops are made from the lanolin (fat) in sheep wool. The wool is sheared, and lanolin from the sheep wool is chemically altered in the lab to produce vitamin D3 or cholecalciferol, so I wouldn't trust it compared to Vitamin D from fish " liver " oil. Bee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 17, 2011 Report Share Posted May 17, 2011 I wanted to share this article with the group about Vitamin D and how it can help pain in your body. I think everyone should check their levels and make sure they are not lacking vitamin D. http://pain-topics.org/pdf/vitamind-brochure.pdf Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 25, 2011 Report Share Posted July 25, 2011 I've taken Vit D and D3 for some years, and my bones are good. I wonder if it because we're told to either keep out of the sun,or use heavy duty sunscreen, these days? As well as foods not being rich in Vit D either. Lin In the extensive bloodwork the hospital did prior to my 9/16/10 knee replacement, they found that I was very low in Vitamin D. My doctor has put me on a supplement. My dad has severe osteo in his back. It was also discovered that he was very low in Vitamin D. I am wondering if this is why so many folks are experiencing bone deterioration issues these days. Our food just isn't as vitamin rich as it used to be. Thoughts? in TX Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 25, 2011 Report Share Posted July 25, 2011 > In the extensive bloodwork the hospital did prior to my 9/16/10 knee replacement, they found that I was very low in Vitamin D. My doctor has put me on a supplement. My dad has severe osteo in his back. It was also discovered that he was very low in Vitamin D. I am wondering if this is why so many folks are experiencing bone deterioration issues these days. Our food just isn't as vitamin rich as it used to be. Thoughts? > in TX before I went for the TKRs, I went to an arthritic Dr.. the first thing he tested for was Vitamin D.. mine was extremely low, so much so that I was put on mega doses of perscription Vitamin D which did bring it up to a normal level. he said that it is very important for bones. He also said that most people in Michigan have LOW vitamin D since we are known for not a lot of sunshine here :-( .. Dr Dowd has written a book on the importance of vitamin D. . I am sure to much bone damage was done before I ever started going to him.. I continue to take vitamin D for the rest of my good bones.. LOL Donna M Michigan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 25, 2011 Report Share Posted July 25, 2011 Do you know the name of the book? in TX ________________________________ From: Donna Machniak <Rich_DonnaM@...> Joint Replacement Surgery <Joint Replacement Surgery > Sent: Monday, July 25, 2011 7:34 AM Subject: RE: Vitamin D  > In the extensive bloodwork the hospital did prior to my 9/16/10 knee replacement, they found that I was very low in Vitamin D. My doctor has put me on a supplement. My dad has severe osteo in his back. It was also discovered that he was very low in Vitamin D. I am wondering if this is why so many folks are experiencing bone deterioration issues these days. Our food just isn't as vitamin rich as it used to be. Thoughts? > in TX before I went for the TKRs, I went to an arthritic Dr.. the first thing he tested for was Vitamin D.. mine was extremely low, so much so that I was put on mega doses of perscription Vitamin D which did bring it up to a normal level. he said that it is very important for bones. He also said that most people in Michigan have LOW vitamin D since we are known for not a lot of sunshine here :-( .. Dr Dowd has written a book on the importance of vitamin D. . I am sure to much bone damage was done before I ever started going to him.. I continue to take vitamin D for the rest of my good bones.. LOL Donna M Michigan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 25, 2011 Report Share Posted July 25, 2011 http://www.thevitamindcure.com/ you can check it out here... Donna > > Do you know the name of the book? > > in TX > before I went for the TKRs, I went to an arthritic Dr.. the first thing he tested for was Vitamin D.. mine was extremely low, so much so that I was put on mega doses of perscription Vitamin D which did bring it up to a normal level. he said that it is very important for bones. He also said that most people in Michigan have LOW vitamin D since we are known for not a lot of sunshine here :-( .. Dr Dowd has written a book on the importance of vitamin D. . I am sure to much bone damage was done before I ever started going to him.. I continue to take vitamin D for the rest of my good bones.. LOL > Donna M > Michigan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 25, 2011 Report Share Posted July 25, 2011 I was placed on the prescription Calcitriol years ago because of low Vitamin D by a rheumatologist. I am allergic to the sun (get awful rashes) and have been lactose intolerant since I was an infant, so I had been taking Vitamin D and calcium supplements for a long time, but apparently it wasn't enough.  I had to go back for testing and to have my dosage tweaked a couple of times before we got my levels up where they were supposed to be. But after that, I noticed I felt much better physically than I had in a long time. That was six years ago, and I continue to take the prescription in addition to over the counter supplements, monitored by my physician. I urge everyone to get their levels checked out. Low Vitamin D is not only responsible for bone pain and bone loss, it is linked to several forms of cancer, and even linked to heart disease. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 25, 2011 Report Share Posted July 25, 2011 Hi had you been takling D3 too? I'm told it is essential, as well as plain D. Lin I was placed on the prescription Calcitriol years ago because of low Vitamin D by a rheumatologist. I am allergic to the sun (get awful rashes) and have been lactose intolerant since I was an infant, so I had been taking Vitamin D and calcium supplements for a long time, but apparently it wasn't enough. I had to go back for testing and to have my dosage tweaked a couple of times before we got my levels up where they were supposed to be. But after that, I noticed I felt much better physically than I had in a long time. That was six years ago, and I continue to take the prescription in addition to over the counter supplements, monitored by my physician. I urge everyone to get their levels checked out. Low Vitamin D is not only responsible for bone pain and bone loss, it is linked to several forms of cancer, and even linked to heart disease. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 25, 2011 Report Share Posted July 25, 2011 No, I had not been taking D3 before I was diagnosed with low Vitamin D levels. I AM taking it now. From: Tinopener <tinopener@...> Subject: Re: Re: Vitamin D Joint Replacement Date: Monday, July 25, 2011, 11:44 AM Hi had you been takling D3 too? I'm told it is essential, as well as plain D. Lin I was placed on the prescription Calcitriol years ago because of low Vitamin D by a rheumatologist. I am allergic to the sun (get awful rashes) and have been lactose intolerant since I was an infant, so I had been taking Vitamin D and calcium supplements for a long time, but apparently it wasn't enough.   I had to go back for testing and to have my dosage tweaked a couple of times before we got my levels up where they were supposed to be. But after that, I noticed I felt much better physically than I had in a long time. That was six years ago, and I continue to take the prescription in addition to over the counter supplements, monitored by my physician. I urge everyone to get their levels checked out. Low Vitamin D is not only responsible for bone pain and bone loss, it is linked to several forms of cancer, and even linked to heart disease. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 25, 2011 Report Share Posted July 25, 2011 I started taking D3 after my knee replacement in 9/10. in TX ________________________________ From: Tinopener <tinopener@...> Joint Replacement Sent: Monday, July 25, 2011 10:44 AM Subject: Re: Re: Vitamin D  Hi had you been takling D3 too? I'm told it is essential, as well as plain D. Lin I was placed on the prescription Calcitriol years ago because of low Vitamin D by a rheumatologist. I am allergic to the sun (get awful rashes) and have been lactose intolerant since I was an infant, so I had been taking Vitamin D and calcium supplements for a long time, but apparently it wasn't enough. I had to go back for testing and to have my dosage tweaked a couple of times before we got my levels up where they were supposed to be. But after that, I noticed I felt much better physically than I had in a long time. That was six years ago, and I continue to take the prescription in addition to over the counter supplements, monitored by my physician. I urge everyone to get their levels checked out. Low Vitamin D is not only responsible for bone pain and bone loss, it is linked to several forms of cancer, and even linked to heart disease. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 26, 2011 Report Share Posted July 26, 2011 I'm hearing more and more that a Vitamin D deficiency is not so uncommon. I'm taking D3 supplements now as well per the request from my naturopathic doctor. On Mon, Jul 25, 2011 at 7:18 AM, kjc <k_j_cotten@...> wrote: > ** > > > In the extensive bloodwork the hospital did prior to my 9/16/10 knee > replacement, they found that I was very low in Vitamin D. My doctor has put > me on a supplement. My dad has severe osteo in his back. It was also > discovered that he was very low in Vitamin D. I am wondering if this is why > so many folks are experiencing bone deterioration issues these days. Our > food just isn't as vitamin rich as it used to be. Thoughts? > > in TX > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 27, 2011 Report Share Posted July 27, 2011 I don't know about bone health, but Vitamin D sure kicked me out of my depression. Now taking 6K units per day. Haven't felt this good in 20+ years. Strange part is my Orthopedic Doctor is the one that told me to get on it. > > > ** > > > > > > In the extensive bloodwork the hospital did prior to my 9/16/10 knee > > replacement, they found that I was very low in Vitamin D. My doctor has put > > me on a supplement. My dad has severe osteo in his back. It was also > > discovered that he was very low in Vitamin D. I am wondering if this is why > > so many folks are experiencing bone deterioration issues these days. Our > > food just isn't as vitamin rich as it used to be. Thoughts? > > > > in TX > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 27, 2011 Report Share Posted July 27, 2011 I know it also aids in weight loss as well. When I lived in Alaska it was mandatory! Even though I own a pool and I'm in the sun alot my Vitamin D levels were a tad bit low. I think as we age and our hormones change, so does our ability to metabolize many nutrients. Vitamin D is probably one of those best kept secrets to arm yourself against the weathering of life. On Wed, Jul 27, 2011 at 9:18 AM, Curtis <caf@...> wrote: > ** > > > I don't know about bone health, but Vitamin D sure kicked me out of my > depression. Now taking 6K units per day. Haven't felt this good in 20+ > years. Strange part is my Orthopedic Doctor is the one that told me to get > on it. > > > > > > > > ** > > > > > > > > > In the extensive bloodwork the hospital did prior to my 9/16/10 knee > > > replacement, they found that I was very low in Vitamin D. My doctor has > put > > > me on a supplement. My dad has severe osteo in his back. It was also > > > discovered that he was very low in Vitamin D. I am wondering if this is > why > > > so many folks are experiencing bone deterioration issues these days. > Our > > > food just isn't as vitamin rich as it used to be. Thoughts? > > > > > > in TX > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 27, 2011 Report Share Posted July 27, 2011 In a message dated 7/27/2011 7:47:15 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time, goddessrenee@... writes: Even though I own a pool and I'm in the sun alot my Vitamin D levels were a tad bit low. I think as we age and our If I put on lotion before going in the pool the lotion prevents me getting vitamin D. If I don't use lotion but shower before leaving the pool area the shower washes off the vitamin D. They say it is in an oil on the skin and it takes time for your system to absorb it through your skin. This winter in Palm Springs I did not use lotion or shower before leaving the pool area. I tried to limit sun exposure to about two hours to keep from getting sun burn. Brickey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 28, 2011 Report Share Posted July 28, 2011 Yes, this low vitamin D is a bit of a mystery to me. It seems everyone I know had a test recently that came back with low D. As some of my friends are beach bunnies, and others or tennis fanatics, I find this rather strange. I also, despite being out every day walking or playing tennis, am taking extra D. My conclusions are much like yours; as we age, our bodies lose the ability to absorb some vitamins. I guess we should all take a Vitamin supplement, no matter how good out diet. All the best, Joan ________________________________ From: " Skippyfj@... " <Skippyfj@...> Joint Replacement Sent: Wednesday, July 27, 2011 9:32 PM Subject: Re: Re: Vitamin D  In a message dated 7/27/2011 7:47:15 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time, goddessrenee@... writes: Even though I own a pool and I'm in the sun alot my Vitamin D levels were a tad bit low. I think as we age and our If I put on lotion before going in the pool the lotion prevents me getting vitamin D. If I don't use lotion but shower before leaving the pool area the shower washes off the vitamin D. They say it is in an oil on the skin and it takes time for your system to absorb it through your skin. This winter in Palm Springs I did not use lotion or shower before leaving the pool area. I tried to limit sun exposure to about two hours to keep from getting sun burn. Brickey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 28, 2011 Report Share Posted July 28, 2011 I am a little confused. You say you are taking 6K of Vitamin D...but is that plain D or D3 or is there any difference? Sorry to be so dense. Judy McG > > I don't know about bone health, but Vitamin D sure kicked me out of my depression. Now taking 6K units per day. Haven't felt this good in 20+ years. Strange part is my Orthopedic Doctor is the one that told me to get on it. > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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