Research suggests people with traumatic bone fractures often have low levels of vitamin D. The research validates the current understanding of vitamin D, in that vitamin D is important in repairing bone damage.
Researchers from the University of Missouri looked at vitamin D levels in 900 adults who suffered traumatic bone fractures from incidents like falls and car crashes. The study showed 79% of men and 76% of women had deficient vitamin D levels. Furthermore, 40% of the women and 38% of the men had severely low vitamin D levels.
Based on the findings, the researchers have started prescribing a vitamin D3 supplement for nearly all patients with broken bones as a protective measure to reduce the risk of healing problems.
It is well known in research that vitamin D is required for repairing damage to bones, and for most people there is very little risk in taking a vitamin D supplement. Â
How Do I Know If I’m Deficient In Vitamin D?
A doctor measures vitamin D by testing your 25(OH)D level. Getting this blood test is the only accurate way to know if you’re deficient or not. Here are vitamin D recommendations from three different entities. Â
Don't Forget about Vitamin D's Powerful Partner - Vitamin K2
Vitamin K2 is just as important as vitamin D3 when it comes to bone health. It greatly enhances the benefits of vitamin D in terms of bone strength. Read more about the powerful combination of Vitamin D3 and vitamin K2.Â
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In Health and Happiness,
Kelly Harrington, MS, RDN
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist for Healthy Goods
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Reference:
1. US News. Vitamin D Deficiency Often Seen in Traumatic Bone Breaks. 2013.
2. Vitamin D Council.Â