Just when you thought you knew everything vitamin D, with Dr Jenna Macciochi

15/11/2021 58 min

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Episode Synopsis

Almost half of British adults are not aware of  government guidelines and 1-6 adults in the UK have low levels of vitamin D.  Low levels of Vitamin D have been associated with low mood, a poor immune system, increased risk of respiratory infections, COVID-19 and also an increase in all cause mortality.  We've also heard on the other hand that too much vitamin D can cause toxicity - but how strong is the research here?  There is a lot of noise surrounding this vitamin -but what are the true health facts? How much should we be taking and what are our risks with taking too little? In today'd episode I speak to immunologist Dr Jenna Macciochi,  who explains the latest research spanning this vitamin!  Show Notes * Host: @sarahannmacklin | www.sarahannmacklin.com * Be Well Collective: @be_well_collective | www.bewellcollective.co.uk Better You  This weeks podcast is sponsored by Better You * You can use the code BEWELL for free delivery on your vitamin D spray. You can visit their website here

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