Vitamin D is an important factor for a healthy mind and body. The necessity of vitamin D is undeniable. Unfortunately, not enough of today’s retirement age individuals are getting the vitamin D they need. For healthy aging, it is absolutely a requirement.
Health problems can arise if your loved one isn’t getting enough vitamin D including cognitive difficulties, frailty, bone softening, and nausea. Your loved one’s physician can make a determination as to whether they have a vitamin D deficiency.
To help your loved one live a healthier, longer life, introduce them to the benefits that can be experienced when they have enough vitamin D in their diet.
Oral Health
Increased chances for gum disease and tooth decay occur as a person ages. It’s important to manage one’s dental health, particularly as people age. To lower the risk of oral health disease, a strong defense is provided with the right amount of vitamin D.
Lessen the Risk of Parkinson’s
Muscle tremors, muscle rigidity, and more are caused when the brain’s neurons deteriorate as a result of Parkinson’s disease. The risk of Parkinson’s, according to studies, may be lowered by getting the recommended dosage of vitamin D. After diagnosis, Parkinson’s symptoms may also be somewhat alleviated through the use of vitamin D.
Prevent Dementia and Cognitive Decline
Affecting cognitive function, vitamin D receptors are present in brain tissue. According to studies, the risk of dementia may be reduced by taking sufficient doses of vitamin D.
Respiratory Health
Including colds and flu, respiratory infections may be reduced with enough vitamin D in your system. A lower risk of breathing disorders could be enjoyed, according to studies, by taking a vitamin D supplement.
Chronic Disease Avoidance
To defeat common illnesses and for a healthier immune system, vitamin D is crucial. Immune cells are better managed with adequate vitamin D doses. In fact, among cancer patients, studies have shown that mortality may be reduced with vitamin D.
Bone Health
Though calcium is important for healthy bones, vitamin D also helps fight against deterioration of a person’s skeletal system and osteoporosis (bones become brittle and weak). Serious safety issues can threaten your loved one if their bones deteriorate. Both calcium and vitamin D can help fight against bone softening.
Reduce Depression
Researchers are now convinced that vitamin D may play a part in the fight against depression – seasonal depression in particular. Mood disorders may occur if the body’s serotonin level is low. To help treat this condition, vitamin D supplements are sometimes prescribed.
Additional Benefits
The following may also result from sufficient vitamin D in your diet:
- Prevent cancer risks
- Manage dementia and/or prevent cognitive decline
- Reduce type II diabetes risks
- Provide relief for autoimmune conditions and symptoms
- Protect the body against heart disease, heart failure, and stroke
Our Community Provides And Encourages A Healthy Way Of Life
Whether it’s with a gentle reminder for your loved one to take their meds, vitamins, and other supplements – or actual assistance with administering such – our professional care team helps residents every day to lead a healthier, happier way of life.
Courtesy of our Assisted Living and our Memory Care options, our residents are encouraged to live as independently as possible; but at all times receive the assistance they need to be safe, healthy, and secure.
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