Vitamin D is often thought of to be important for bone health and mood. However, it is important for general good health and helps with many body functions, like:
- Immune system, which helps you to fight infection
- Muscle function
- Cardiovascular function, for a healthy heart and circulation
- Respiratory system for healthy lungs and airways
- Brain health and development
- Anti-cancer effects
Vitamin D deficiency can cause a lot of problems. In fact, a study from Finland suggests that there may be a correlation between insufficient levels of vitamin D and the development of early Parkinson’s disease, and research has suggested that long term deficiency may play a role in the pathogenesis of the disease. If you have a vitamin D deficiency, you may experience: Continue reading “Why People with Parkinson’s Should Get Their Vitamin D Levels Checked”