Back pain will intensify in winter

Many people suffering from chronic back pain feel worse in the autumn and winter. This is due to the seasonal shortage of vitamin D. Vitamin sun, as it is called, is formed in the skin when exposed to ultraviolet rays. However, even in the sunniest parts of the world, this vitamin is necessary for maintaining healthy bones, is not enough in the winter months.

8 out of 10 people suffer from time to time back pain . The reason may be not only an injury or disease of the spine and bones, such as herniated disc or low back pain, but also a lack of vitamins.

The report " Vitamin D   - Forgotten painkiller "US doctors have identified the following important points:

-Vitamin D is necessary for the penetration of calcium in the bones and strengthening them. Lack of vitamin A can lead to a softening of the bones and make them more brittle. In addition osteomalacia (softening of the bones) causes pain . The most vulnerable is at the lower part back .

-Do The majority of patients suffering from chronic   back pain In the blood found reduced levels of vitamin D. After they took medications vitamin D Pain decreased by 95%.

-In The currently recommended intake rate vitamin D   - Up to 600 IU (international units) per day is outdated and too low. According to recent studies, most children and adults need at least 1000 IU per day, and people with chronic   back pain   - From 2000 IU or more per day. Vitamin D can be prepared as a preparation of vitamin D3 (also called cholecalciferol).

- Preparations vitamin D   easy to buy in the pharmacy and they are inexpensive. They are safe and well with other medicines. Overdosing can develop only when taking very high doses such as 10,000 IU or more daily for a long period of time. In any case, it is better to consult a doctor.

You should not be regarded as a panacea for vitamin D from Back Pain But taking drugs, you will feel much better.

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