Do blood test results indicate cellular health?
The importance of vitamin D is widely recognized, but its dosage and detection methods are confusing. Different regions and institutions define the "normal range" differently, with some considering it to be 20 to 40 ng/mL , while others define it as 30 to 50 ng/mL . Converting to International Units (IU) or micrograms makes it even more complicated. Even if blood tests show normal results, they cannot reflect the actual situation inside cells, because the key is whether vitamin D has successfully entered the cells.
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Effects of vitamin D receptors
For vitamin D to function, it must be absorbed through vitamin D receptors within cells . Some viruses and cancer cells can block or reduce receptor function to evade the immune system. Approximately 30% of the population has genetic receptor problems, which prevent cells from effectively absorbing vitamin D even when blood levels are sufficient.
The link between receptor abnormalities and disease
Vitamin D receptor dysfunction is associated with a variety of diseases, including:
- Autoimmune diseases: multiple sclerosis, lupus erythematosus, rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis, Hashimoto's thyroiditis, etc.
- Cancers: Breast cancer, colorectal cancer
- Cardiovascular disease
- Cognitive disorders: Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease
- Diabetes mellitus (Type 1 and Type 2)
- Metabolic syndrome
- tuberculosis
- Viruses, parasites, Lyme disease
- Intestinal inflammation, Crohn's disease
- Respiratory infection, asthma
- Food allergies, chronic back pain, vitiligo, osteoporosis, COPD , post-traumatic stress disorder
How to improve vitamin D absorption?
If you suspect you have a receptor problem, you can consider the following methods:
- Increase intake : Consume 20,000 to 50,000 IU daily , adjusting according to your body's response .
- Intermittent administration : once every three to four days, suitable for certain groups of people.
- Supplement with the following nutrients : magnesium, zinc, bile salts, Omega-3 , vitamin K2
- Plant compounds such as resveratrol, curcumin, quercetin, and sulforaphane can help enhance receptor function.
- Increase butyrate : Consuming vegetables promotes the production of butyrate by gut bacteria, which helps with absorption and improves insulin resistance.
- Ketogenic diet : helps stabilize blood sugar and improve vitamin D efficacy
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In conclusion: Vitamin D is not just about supplementation, but also about absorption.
The true benefits of vitamin D come from its absorption and utilization by cells, not just from the levels in the blood. If you have related symptoms or a family history of vitamin D deficiency, you may want to re-examine your vitamin D intake methods and absorption capacity to build a more solid foundation for your health.
YouTube source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X54e06PC6dg
YouTube Column: Dr. Berger in Chinese Health knowledge
