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Tu_triky wrote:I take 10,000IU a day.

Wow.

I might be taking half that, at best. :sweat:

bmwracer wrote:
Wow.

I might be taking half that, at best. :sweat:

Well I've tested my levels twice and even after supplementing with 5000IU the second test result came in less than ideal. I'm not clinically deficient in Vitamin D but insufficient. So with the doc's advise, I kicked up to 10000 then I'll get retested and if I get it up to where I need to be I can knock it back down to a smaller dosage.

Tu_triky wrote:

The best website about Vitamin D:

http://www.vitamindcouncil.org/

I take 10,000IU a day.

Wow! :shocked:

Seems a lot. I'll need to check that out. I take about 2000 now.

Thanx.

Eve wrote:

Wow! :shocked:

Seems a lot. I'll need to check that out. I take about 2000 now.

Thanx.

I've only been taking that much for the last two months. Probably get tested in another month or two.

Tu_triky wrote:

Well I've tested my levels twice and even after supplementing with 5000IU the second test result came in less than ideal. I'm not clinically deficient in Vitamin D but insufficient. So with the doc's advise, I kicked up to 10000 then I'll get retested and if I get it up to where I need to be I can knock it back down to a smaller dosage.

Gotcha. I don't get tested enough Im sure.

Eve wrote:


Gotcha. I don't get tested enough Im sure.

I only first got tested last year. Before I got tested I was taking 2000iu daily and my level was still abysmally low. So that's why I've gradually kicked it up. I don't have fair skin so I don't produce vitamin D as easily as someone who does.

The eye opening thing is I live in L.A. and my level was dayem low....what does that say about ppl who live in northern climates where there is tons of rain and snow and it literally isn't sunny for weeks at a time? Like when I lived in NY.

I read studies where even large numbers of ppl living in Hawaii were found to be deficient.

Point is the deficiency is far more widespread that ppl know...and the FDA recommendations are pure crap...far far too low like FDA recommendations for all vitamins.

Those recommendations are only to avoid clinical deficiency which could cause disease not to promote good health.

Tu_triky wrote:

I only first got tested last year. Before I got tested I was taking 2000iu daily and my level was still abysmally low. So that's why I've gradually kicked it up. I don't have fair skin so I don't produce vitamin D as easily as someone who does.

The eye opening thing is I live in L.A. and my level was dayem low....what does that say about ppl who live in northern climates where there is tons of rain and snow and it literally isn't sunny for weeks at a time? Like when I lived in NY.

I read studies where even large numbers of ppl living in Hawaii were found to be deficient.

Point is the deficiency is far more widespread that ppl know...and the FDA recommendations are pure crap...far far too low like FDA recommendations for all vitamins.

Those recommendations are only to avoid clinical deficiency which could cause disease not to promote good health.

Hey guys you probably already know this info, but here are some reasons why you may not be absobing your vitamin D intakes:

•1
Take vitamin D with calcium.

•2
Avoid taking mineral oil or products containing mineral oil. Mineral oil can interfere with vitamin D absorption

•3
Avoid overuse of antacids. They will interfere with absorption. If you have perpetual digestive problems, consult with your doctor.

•4
Check your medications. Some can interfere with absorption of vitamin D, such as cortisone and other steroids.

•5
Be careful if you are taking diuretic drugs. They can upset the calcium/vitamin D ratio in your body.

•6
Assess your need for vitamin D if you have liver problems, gallbladder disease or gastrointestinal disorders. All of these can interfere with vitamin D absorption

^ When you say "got tested" you mean a blood test?

I didn't think they checked for that...

EDIT: Steering the discussion over to the Health thread: http://jdorama.com/viewtopic.php?p=899756#899756

Wise to always check medications and vitamins with your doctor. Amazing what can be affected by something that you think is good for you.
I must say adding Vt.D and calcium has given me a little more energy. doctors' orders however.

Change of subject if you don't mind...

Is it true that in Japan and China they don't sell RED cars?? someone told me this today and I can't find any mention of this anywhere I have looked on internet.
I wondered if this is true, and if so, why?

bmwracer,

When you have your blood tested you should always ask fpr a 'Complete Blood Count'. Otherwise they will not check cholesterol or vitamin deficiency or their levels. Also ask for thyroid level check.
I am still doing red and white levels check after having cancer. Have to have that for another two years. However that is all the oncologist checks. For the rest I go to primary physician every six months.

they can find out almost anything wrong if they do a detailed blood count.

Enna wrote:

Hey guys you probably already know this info, but here are some reasons why you may not be absobing your vitamin D intakes:

•1
Take vitamin D with calcium.

•2
Avoid taking mineral oil or products containing mineral oil. Mineral oil can interfere with vitamin D absorption

•3
Avoid overuse of antacids. They will interfere with absorption. If you have perpetual digestive problems, consult with your doctor.

•4
Check your medications. Some can interfere with absorption of vitamin D, such as cortisone and other steroids.

•5
Be careful if you are taking diuretic drugs. They can upset the calcium/vitamin D ratio in your body.

•6
Assess your need for vitamin D if you have liver problems, gallbladder disease or gastrointestinal disorders. All of these can interfere with vitamin D absorption

The website I quoted above describes the necessary cofactors for Vitamin D metabolism.

I don't think of taking calcium personally because my diet has an abundance of calcium in it; magnesium is more important.

Good info, tho', Enna.

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brad2 wrote:
Change of subject if you don't mind...

Is it true that in Japan and China they don't sell RED cars?? someone told me this today and I can't find any mention of this anywhere I have looked on internet.
I wondered if this is true, and if so, why?

Absolutely NOT true! Atleast for Japan, not sure for China.

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brad2 wrote:Change of subject if you don't mind...

Is it true that in Japan and China they don't sell RED cars?? someone told me this today and I can't find any mention of this anywhere I have looked on internet.
I wondered if this is true, and if so, why?

I do recall seeing numerous red cars in Japan... but I don't remember if I saw any in China... :sweat:

Wynter wrote:I do recall seeing numerous red cars in Japan... but I don't remember if I saw any in China... :sweat:

Aren't all the cars in China olive drab with red stars on them? :beaten:

bmwracer wrote:
Aren't all the cars in China olive drab with red stars on them? :beaten:

EEP!

On a random note, aren't you up really really early?!

Wynter wrote:On a random note, aren't you up really really early?!

Nope.

I get into work about 6:15AM... That way, I can take care of some stuff before getting hassled by everyone to help them with their problems. :sweat:

bmwracer wrote:
Nope.

I get into work about 6:15AM... That way, I can take care of some stuff before getting hassled by everyone to help them with their problems. :sweat:

You must miss a lot traffic, too!! :good: No wonder!! I used to get to work around 6:25 am and saw that you had already posted.

Sengo wrote:

You must miss a lot traffic, too!! :good: No wonder!! I used to get to work around 6:25 am and saw that you had already posted.

Wow, you and Beem are early birds.

To beat the heat in the summer Im up and out at the barn by 6:30 but now that its Fall Im sleeping in again till 7:30 or so.
Heaven!!
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OT: Tomorrow will be the last beach day of the year! Fitting in one more day trip. :victory: