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This article talks about a Vitamin D overdose and what some of the symptoms are and how you can prevent Vitamin D overdose.

Too Much Of a Good Thing

When we think of vitamins and the role they play in the health of our bodies, we think of certain vitamins such as Vitamin D, Vitamin C, and Vitamin A & E. One of the most common of these vitamins is Vitamin D. As we were growing up, we were told to drink lots of milk so we don't have a Vitamin D deficiency. Very seldom do we hear about a Vitamin D overdose. In cases like this, there is such a thing as "too much of a good thing". This phrase can mean more than just too much to eat or drink. Although not many people are aware of this, but more people than we realize die each year from overdoses of aspirin. The same risk can is there with a Vitamin D overdose. While most of us are aware of the importance of vitamin D, few people realize how dangerous a Vitamin D overdose can be.

With the popularity of fast food restaurants and our constantly hectic lifestyles, many people don't eat balanced meals, as they should. They try to supplement this by taking what they consider as the important vitamins. What many don't realize is that our bodies require a certain amount of each vitamin. In an attempt to overcompensate, many people take too much. This is often the case with Vitamin D. The result of this is a Vitamin D overdose, which can be as harmful as a deficiency, in some cases more harmful.

Effects of Too Much Vitamin D

You probably find it hard to believe that we can have too much Vitamin D in our bodies. After all, Vitamin D milk is good for us, right? However, too much of anything is not good for our health or us. Consuming too much Vitamin D can cause hypercalcemia, a serious condition that occurs when excess amounts of calcium collect in our blood stream. This condition doesn't usually happen instantly, but rather over an extended period. Therefore, you may not notice any irregularities until it's almost too late. Symptoms of hypercalcemia are severe gastrointestinal and abdominal pains. These pains may become so severe that the only relief is the hospital emergency room. Because this problem is not very common, it may take your doctor a while to diagnose, causing you more problems, many tests and a large medical bill.

If you feel you may have large amounts of Vitamin D for a long period and are suffering from severe cramping followed by abdominal pains and constipation, see your doctor as soon as possible. Only a doctor will be able to determine how much calcium has accumulated in your system. A Vitamin D overdose is not just a minor problem. If you are concerned that you may be taking too much of this popular vitamin, talk with your doctor and get their advice.

About the Author

Alison Addy publishes articles for http://www.bikecyclingreviews.com .More articles on swanson powder multi vitamins and sport supplements at his web.

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