The Hidden Health Risk: Low Vitamin D Levels in Aging Men

As we grow older, maintaining good health becomes a greater priority. One essential but often overlooked factor is Vitamin D, a vital nutrient for overall well-being. Research has revealed a strong connection between low Vitamin D levels and higher mortality rates in aging men.

A study published in 2022 in The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism followed 1,915 community-dwelling men aged 40 to 79 years over an average of 12.3 years. The results showed that men with total Vitamin D [25(OH)D] levels below 20 μg/L*had a 200%higher risk of death compared to those with healthy levels above 30 μg/L.

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This underscores the importance of regularly checking your Vitamin D levels. Knowing where you stand allows you to take proactive steps to improve your health. Safe sun exposure and Vitamin D supplements are two effective ways to boost and maintain healthy levels. Spending time outdoors without sunscreen can naturally increase Vitamin D levels, but it is essential to adjust exposure based on your skin tone and location

Why Vitamin D Matters

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Vitamin D plays a critical role in:

• Supporting bone health through improved calcium absorption and reduced fracture risk
• Enhancing immune system function, helping your body fight infections.
• Promoting cardiovascular health by lowering blood pressure and reducing the risk of heart disease

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Proactive Health with CardiAction

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CardiAction empowers individuals to take charge of their health by providing advanced cardiovascular screening tools and reliable health insights. Low Vitamin D levels can increase mortality risk and may also contribute to cardiovascular complications. Combining regular health checks with measures like optimising Vitamin D can significantly reduce preventable risks

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Start your journey to better health by scheduling a cardiovascular screening with CardiAction today. Together, we can help you stay informed, proactive and on the path to a healthier future.

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*NOTE; μg/L is the equivalent of ng/m

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REF; Dejaeger M, Antonio L, Bouillon R, Moors H, Wu FC, O’Neill TW, Huhtaniemi IT, Rastrelli G, Forti G, Maggi M, Casanueva FF. Aging Men with Insufficient Vitamin D Have a Higher Mortality Risk: No Added Value of its Free Fractions or Active Form. The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism. 2022 Feb 17;107(3):e1212-20