Conclusion |
Vitamin D is a necessary pro-hormone in the human body that is easily synthesized in our own skin by UVB light from the sun. It is known to regulate calcium levels in the human body and have an important role in bone health. It also plays a role in immune function by utilizing macrophages. More recently there has been an increase in research and media attention surrounding low levels of vitamin D which could cause diseases and increase your risk for illness. This is leading people to take more vitamin D supplements without standardized guidelines to follow and increasing the risk of toxic effects. The main toxic effect is hypercalcemia that can have detrimental effects to the body.