Doctors urge people to stop taking Vitamin D if they have one of these four symptoms
Doctors are urging people to stop taking Vitamin D if they have any of these four particular symptoms.
Especially during the winter months when the sun is non-existent, healthcare professionals often tell us to ensure we stock up on Vitamin D supplements that should keep bones and muscle healthy during the cold times.
An NHS spokesperson has previously explained: "From October to March we can't make enough vitamin D from sunlight, so to keep bones and muscles healthy, it's best to take a daily 10 microgram supplement of vitamin D. You can get vitamin D from most pharmacies and retailers."
Because sunlight is less between October and March, it's recommended adults take a daily vitamin D supplement of 10 micrograms.
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But as is the case with any from of supplement or drug, it's important you don't take too much and risk potential negative impacts.
As a result, it's very important you stop taking Vitamin D if you experience any of these four symptoms (as per the Mirror).
Nausea, burping or an upset tummy
It's never a pleasant experience getting any of the above, particularly when you've already taken your supplements. It's always best to take your dose alongside a meal, experts have warned. And if any sprays or gummies seem to be causing you symptoms, it's advised to swap them out for straightforward tablets - preferably taken after you've thrown up though.
Because such sprays contain sweeteners, it can cause irritation to digestive system, which is less likely to happen with a bog-standard tablet.
Thirst and the need to urinate
The Mirror explains how consuming too much Vitamin D can lead to fluid and salt systems in the body not functioning properly, leading to many trips to the bathroom.
I mean, it's the last thing you want to happen after getting into the office of a morning.
On top of frequent thirst after taking Vitamin D tablets, it could well be a sign you're overdoing things.
Unable to think straight
You'd think that taking Vitamin D would see headaches and brain fog disappear, but they can also be a consequence of taking too many supplements.
Again here, just like with nausea, a simple 10 microgram D3 tablet may be the way to go if you are having issues with the typical gummies.
Bone and muscle ache
Lastly, having frequent bone and muscle pain shortly after taking Vitamin D supplements should be a warning sign.
And to get rid of the unpleasant symptoms, you're going to want to be drinking plenty of water, as well as eating foods rich in minerals to help combat it.
Furthermore, reducing your intake of Vitamin D will also go a long way in removing the symptoms.
Doctor's advice
Speaking of the symptoms, Biomedical scientist Tobias Mapulanga said: "As the NHS encourages vitamin D in winter, many people are reaching for bottles in the darker months and accidentally overshooting, then blaming the fallout on seasonal bugs; when constant thirst and needing the loo more often, queasiness, tummy pain or constipation, headaches or brain fog, and new aches or cramps appear soon after increasing your intake or adding sprays or gummies, that points to a supplement backfiring."
Callum Jones