Supports the immune system
Stating that vitamin D is one of the most important supporters in the immune system, Prof. Dr. Ali Kutlu continued: “Vitamin D has many functions, from protecting cell membranes, hormone and cholesterol synthesis, to supporting bone health. Vitamin D is one of the most important supporters of the immune system and plays a role in its proper functioning. There are vitamin D receptors on immune system cells. It has been shown to play an important role in viral infections throughout the Covid epidemic.”
Plays an active role in the fight against cancer
Stating that vitamin D supports muscle development and increases physical strength, Prof. Dr. Ali Kutlu said, “Many studies have shown that vitamin D also has anti-inflammatory activity. It is also necessary in our body’s fight against cancer. There are studies showing that breast, prostate and colon cancer rates are 3-4 times higher in people with low vitamin D levels. Muscle, body and bone pains, chronic fatigue, sleep and psychiatric disorders, hair loss, delayed healing of wounds, increased risk of heart diseases, recurrent infections may occur in vitamin D deficiency. A relationship has been shown between vitamin D deficiency and death from heart attack, heart failure, cardiovascular diseases and high blood pressure.