Vitamin D Supplements: 4 Warning Signs You May Be Taking Too Much
VitaminD supplements
Vitamin D plays an important role in bone health, muscle function, and calcium balance. Many people take supplements because they have low vitamin D levels or limited sun exposure.
But more is not always better.
Vitamin D toxicity is uncommon, but it can happen when someone takes excessively high doses of vitamin D supplements, usually over time. The main problem is that too much vitamin D can cause calcium levels in the blood to rise too high, a condition called hypercalcemia. ([Mayo Clinic][1])
That does not mean everyone taking vitamin D should stop. If you are taking a dose prescribed by your healthcare professional, follow their advice unless they tell you otherwise.
1. Nausea, Vomiting, or Loss of Appetite
One of the more common signs of excessive vitamin D is digestive upset.
Possible symptoms include:
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Poor appetite
- Abdominal discomfort
These symptoms happen because high vitamin D levels can raise calcium in the blood. ([Mayo Clinic][1])
