Dr. Oz Says Take Vitamin D!

Tuesday, September 15, 2009 by Leslie Ellis
Everyone is talking about the new Dr. Oz show now on TV.  His first show aired on Monday, September 14th and received an overwhelming response.  One of the topics on his very first show was about staying healthy this winter and preventing illness and  one of his tips included taking Vitamin D supplements as a preventative measure.



Dr. Oz's Tips:  source http://doctoroz.com/videos/swine-flu-prevention

1.  Get vaccinated - In clinical trials, most adults who got a single dose were protected within 8 to 10 days.

2.  Wash your hands - The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) say that hand washing is the number one way you can prevent the spread of disease.

3.  Sneeze or cough into your elbow not your hands

4.  Keep your hands off your face

5.  Take Vitamin D supplements - During the winter we tend to get less sun exposure so vitamin D supplements are recommended.

6.  Stay hydrated

7.  Get some fresh air

8.  Keep fit - walk outside even if its cold or rainy, just dress appropriately.  If you use equipment at the gym, wipe it down before and after using and wash your hands.

9.  Eat lots of fresh fruits and vegetables

10.  Eat probiotics such as in yogurt or soy or take a probiotic supplement

11.  Don't smoke!

12.  Limit alcohol consumption, it can depress the immune system

13.  Stay home if you are sick, especially if you have a fever and 24 hours after you have had a fever.

14.  Stay informed - Sign up for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention e-mail alerts and follow the @CDCFlu on Twitter


See www.doctoroz.com and watch his daily show for even more great health information in a fun and informative way. 
 

Comments for Dr. Oz Says Take Vitamin D!

Friday, September 25, 2009 by trudi Wright:
Hi Doctor Oz Is Vitamin D good for Arthritis. I have joint pain in knees and back and hips. The bottom of my feet hurt also when I arise from a nights sleep. I am 61 year old female
Friday, September 25, 2009 by Leslie:
Trudi - I apologize this is not Dr. Oz. However, I can answer your question. Yes, Vitamin D has been shown to help with osteoarthritis. I have heard from many people that say their joint pain improves once they start taking a vitamin D supplement. Especially if you are deficient in Vitamin D. You should talk to your doctor and have your vitamin D blood level tested so you know how much you need to take. After researchers reviewed 22 clinical studies involving patients with chronic pain and fatigue syndromes, it was discovered that in almost all cases, the patients had inadequate levels of vitamin D. Of even more interest, it was noted that when the patients were given sufficient vitamin D supplementation, their aches and pains improved dramatically or went away in some cases. So, what's a sufficient level of vitamin D supplementation? According to pain-topics.org, authors of "Vitamin D -- A Neglected 'Analgesic' for Chronic Musculoskeletal Pain" believe the current recommendation for vitamin D (600 IU per day) is outdated. Most adults and children need at least 1000 IU/day and people with chronic musculoskeletal pain could benefit from 2000 IU or more per day of cholecalciferol (vitamin D3 supplement). Vitamin D is a nutrient that functions like a hormone and it is useful for many body tissues and organs -- including bones, muscles, and nerves. Vitamin D is easy to self-administer and it is relatively inexpensive. While vitamin D should not be viewed as a cure, patients may derive much benefit from extra supplementation of vitamin D.
Saturday, October 10, 2009 by WENDY:
I had knee sugary and my knee is giving me some problems.It gives out sometimes and it is nome in someplaces. Do you think vitamin D would help with my knee?
Tuesday, October 13, 2009 by Leslie:
Trudi - I cannot diagnose your knee problem, but Vitamin D may help and it's so important to take for many other reasons, bone health, breast health, immune health, etc. Also have you tried taking glucosamine and chondroitin? That may help if you have osteoarthritis in your knee. Try taking it for at least 6 to 8 weeks to see if it helps. Many people have said it has made a huge difference. See www.wellesse.com
Monday, August 2, 2010 by Edward Brunanski:
Enjoyed your comments re Vitamin D. Now, can you inform me as to the medication: citalopram - I have been taking it for 5 months but it does not seem to help the this very depressed 93 year old widower. Physically I am not quite normal but fairly well.

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