I have been feeling a little tired this winter and wondered if there was something that I could do about it. I recently read that it could be caused by a Vitamin D deficiency. In the winter we are often shut up in our homes and even though we may open the window blinds, we do not get enough sunshine in our lives. Sun exposure is one way to get Vitamin D into our systems and in the winter, we tend to avoid prolonged periods outside or the sun doesn’t even show its face!
About 65% of Americans are Vitamin D deficient. If you are feeling fatigued or have other symptoms, check with your doctor for a simple blood test. The recommended daily allowance for Vitamin D is 200 IU for women up to age 50 and then it increases to 400 IU to age 70 and then 600 IU for age 71 plus.