Vitamin D3 5000 UI daily safe?

Posted by patriciam2021 @patriciam2021, Jan 29, 2021

I have been taking Vitamin D3 5000 UI "by prescription" for 4+ years and now concerned that it has created other issues. I have vasculitis, lupus, psoriasis, IBS-D, diabetes 2, pretty much inflammation everywhere. I am wondering if there is a connection. I am obese and cannot be out in sunlight per medication and disabled - 59. Could someone please share their opinion? Thank you in advance.

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Sue, Volunteer Mentor | @sueinmn | Jun 27 4:25pm

In reply to @scalarry "I have been taking 9000 IU D3 for several months because my levels were at 39..." + (show)

@scalarry Have you had your level retested to see if it is normal now? 9000 IU is a lot if you are in range.

ess77 - Elizabeth | @ess77 | Jun 27 4:33pm

In reply to @tsch "I have been taking 5000 IU six days a week for many years with doctor approval..." + (show)

@tsch, @scalarry, and all... I began taking D3 5000 IU seriously on a daily basis before Covid, of course it became an important addition during the Covid mess, along with zinc and others. It is definitely an important part of my basic supplement intake. I also get more from my multiple daily supplement, but I am not having any issues with too much. It is a great help for me. D3, Triple Magnesium, B Complex, B12, B1, (I have poor B absorption problems), Zinc!!!, Iron - ferritin, Folate, Berberine Complex, and of course my wonderful Probulin Probiotics. These are my personal basic daily supplements.

Now, before you all jump up and down and fuss at me, I do not eat as most normal folks do.

I have serious IBD, reflux, gastro issues galore, absorption problems, intestinal issues -all for decades. I don't cook as I can not stand to prepare or cook and can't lift most pots and pans. I have weakness, fatigue, muscle junk, can't grip or hold things well, so it's a struggle I no longer include in my daily list of struggles.

I eat simple, uncomplicated foods, fresh as possible. Thankfully living in Florida helps with fresh veggies and fruits, although I do eat frozen veggies. Greek yogurt, fresh blueberries, and granola, boiled eggs, fresh salads and good deli foods. Few packaged or preserved foods ever. It's a blessing to have deli delivery to my home. That's most of what I eat. Protein drinks and green tea, etc. Since my activity level is low, darn it!!!, I require less food intake, but I am careful to eat well as possible. Fresh salmon on deli salads, fresh eggs, turkey, spinach... It requires delivery and is more costly of course!

Hopefully, my little tidbits and list helps some who may wonder. I have regular blood-work to be sure my levels are in range. I actually love it when I'm in the hospital or rehab facility and have meals prepared for me. What a treat!!! Usually, they are pretty good and Mayo food is wonderful.

Blessings to all as you are the healthiest possible! Elizabeth

So, the supplementation from over the counter is necessary. I have done a bunch of research, take only supplements from reputable companies. And, many meds during the years, depleted vitamins and minerals so the doctors and I are alert.

scalarry | @scalarry | Jun 27 5:24pm

In reply to @sueinmn "@scalarry Have you had your level retested to see if it is normal now? 9000 IU..." + (show)

@sueinmn I will very soon. I was low last March, bitI sldo had very high estrogen which makes D3 less bioavailabile. That is normal mow so was probably absorbing too much D3

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