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[restorationwellnessinc]

The Importance of Supplementing Vitamin D in New England: Don't Forget Vitamin K!

Living in New England, we experience the full spectrum of seasons, from beautiful summers to harsh winters. While the seasonal changes offer a picturesque backdrop, they also bring challenges—especially when it comes to getting enough sunlight, which is crucial for maintaining adequate vitamin D levels. As homemakers, ensuring the health and well-being of our families is a top priority, and understanding the importance of vitamin D and its partner, vitamin K, is essential. Let’s dive into why supplementing these vitamins is vital, particularly in our region.

The Vital Role of Vitamin D

1. Boosts Immune Health: Vitamin D is known for its role in supporting a robust immune system. It helps our bodies fight off infections and reduces the risk of chronic diseases. In the cold months of New England, when colds and flu are rampant, maintaining adequate vitamin D levels can make a significant difference.

2. Enhances Mood: Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is common in areas with long, dark winters. Vitamin D plays a crucial role in regulating mood and warding off depression. Supplementing vitamin D can help combat the winter blues and keep our spirits high.

3. Strengthens Bones: Vitamin D is essential for calcium absorption, which is critical for maintaining strong and healthy bones. Without sufficient vitamin D, our bones can become brittle and prone to fractures. This is especially important for growing children and aging adults.

The Essential Partnership with Vitamin K

1. Why Vitamin K? While vitamin D aids in calcium absorption, vitamin K ensures that calcium is directed to the bones and not the arteries, where it can cause calcification and lead to cardiovascular issues. Together, vitamins D and K work synergistically to support bone health and cardiovascular function.

2. Optimal Absorption: Supplementing with vitamin D alone is not enough. Vitamin K2 activates proteins that help bind calcium to the bones, ensuring optimal absorption and utilization. Without enough vitamin K2, the benefits of vitamin D are not fully realized.

The New England Challenge

1. Limited Sun Exposure: In New England, the long winters mean reduced exposure to sunlight, our primary source of vitamin D. The sun’s rays are weaker, and with more time spent indoors, our skin produces less vitamin D.

2. Dietary Sources: While some foods contain vitamin D, such as fatty fish, egg yolks, and fortified products, it’s often difficult to get enough from diet alone, especially during the winter months.

Supplementing for Health

1. Choosing the Right Supplement: Look for a high-quality vitamin D3 supplement, as it is the most effective form for raising blood levels of vitamin D. Ensure it includes vitamin K2 to maximize absorption and direct calcium to the right places in the body. I love and personally use Premier Research Labs Vitamin D & K all year long.

2. Dosage: The recommended dosage of vitamin D can vary based on age, health status, and individual needs. Consulting with a healthcare provider is essential to determine the right dosage for you and your family.

3. Consistency is Key: Make supplementing a daily habit, especially during the fall and winter months. Incorporate it into your morning routine to ensure you don’t forget.

Bringing It Home

As homemakers, we play a crucial role in safeguarding the health of our families. Understanding the importance of supplementing vitamin D, especially in the sun-deprived months of New England, is a vital step in this journey. Remember, pairing vitamin D with vitamin K2 ensures that your family receives the full benefits of these essential nutrients.

Supplementing with vitamin D and K2 can help boost immune health, enhance mood, and strengthen bones, contributing to overall well-being. By making this small but significant change, you’re taking a proactive step in maintaining your family’s health through the long New England winters.

Stay warm, stay healthy, and enjoy the beauty of each season knowing you’re supporting your family’s health with the nutrients they need.

With care and dedication,

Kimberli Almonla

Owner & CEO Restoration Wellness

[theambitiouswoman]

⭐Vitamin Cheat Sheet⭐

Vitamin A: Vision, immune system, skin health.

Vitamin B1 (Thiamine): Energy metabolism, nerve function.

Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin): Energy production, skin health.

Vitamin B3 (Niacin): Cellular energy production, skin health.

Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid): Metabolism, hormone production.

Vitamin B6: Brain function, mood regulation.

Vitamin B7 (Biotin): Healthy hair, skin, and nails.

Vitamin B9 (Folate): Cell division, DNA synthesis.

Vitamin B12: Nervous system, red blood cells.

Vitamin C: Immune system, collagen synthesis.

Vitamin D: Bone health, immune function.

Vitamin E: Antioxidant, skin health.

Vitamin K: Blood clotting, bone health.

Calcium: Bone and teeth health, muscle function.

Iron: Oxygen transport, energy production.

Magnesium: Nerve function, muscle relaxation.

Zinc: Immune system, wound healing.

Potassium: Fluid balance, nerve function.

Iodine: Thyroid function, metabolism.

Selenium: Antioxidant, thyroid health.

[hekateinhell]

BREAKING CHARACTER REAL QUICK FOR A SLEEP SUPPLEMENT PSA FOR MY FELLOW VAMPIRES AND NIGHT OWLS:

so I've had chronic insomnia since early childhood and the only thing that helps me fall asleep without the "oh, I've been drugged" feeling is melatonin

and never once have I seen any instructions on the bottle anything beyond "take at or before bedtime"

EXCEPT

my doctor tells me last week that you're not supposed to do this otherwise it really fucks with your circadian rhythms! apparently the optimal time to take melatonin is around sunset (if you want to be asleep by 10pm-12am) because darkness is what naturally stimulates the brain to secrete melatonin

taking it too late (i.e., past 9pm if you intend to sleep around 11pm and wake up at 7am) can majorly screw up your circadian rhythm and keep you feeling groggy and sleepy af well into the day!!! which explains a lot for me personally — not the whole picture but certainly some of it! 

so what I've been doing is I take my regular dose as soon as I notice it's dark outside (around 7:45pm these days) and I start getting sleepy around 10pm-11pm depending on the day I've had. I'm fucking full on passing out by midnight, like phone falling on my face, gotta sleep now. and my sleep isn't perfect but it's a lot better than it was! I get a solid unbroken 6-7 hours stretch which is huge for me and I don't feel like death warmed over needing both vyvanse and caffeine to even think about functioning!

anyway if you already knew this then GOOD FOR YOU BUDDY WHY DIDN'T YOU TELL ME AT ANY POINT IN THE PAST 15 YEARS and if not, I hope you try it out and it helps even a bit! 🖤

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[lotus-pear]

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[thebibliosphere]

Lmaaaao, my b12 result just came in, and it's too high.

Happy fucking 5 year anniversary almost to the day of me almost dying from pernicious b12 anemia, and now I have the opposite problem 🤣

[coulsonlives]

This has been a reminder

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Welp

[dogpantry]

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mfw im trying to explain to my coworker that having a paranoia induced breakdown is actually the most sane thing i can do rn given the situations i be in

bonus:

[oneinchfrog]

jonathan sims breaking into his coworkers houses instead of asking them abt their personal lives

[brightpunjabexpress]

CM announces to give major push to agriculture allied activities in state

CM announces to give major push to agriculture allied activities in state

Move aimed at supplementing the income of farmers Dedicates Verka Milk Plant with one lakh litre processing capacity at Ferozepur Ferozepur, September 28- Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann today said that the state government will give a major push to the agriculture allied activities for supplementing income of the farmers. The Chief Minister, while addressing the gathering after…