Vitamin D And Vaginal Health

There is a huge definciency of Vitamin D in this country and this is a problem. Why? Because Vitamin D is vital for the so much of the body's processes. Most of us know that Vitamin D is important for Calcium absorption but it is also important for immune function and reduction of inflammation. New research suggest that it plays a part in protecting us against cancer, diabetes and autoimmune diseases. Another recent study showed that women with deficient amounts of Vitamin D have a significant amount of more bacterial vaginosis. Check out this New York Times Article for more details.

What is important to note is that both inflammation and infection make Vulvodynia even more painful. Getting the appropriate amount of Vitamin D is not always easy for most of us in North America. It requires a daily session of 10-15 minutes of direct sunlight without sunscreen. This USA Today Article gives more specific sun time suggestions based on skin color.

If you believe you are not getting enougth Vitamin D (an estimated 80% of Americans are not) check with your doctor. There is a blood test that can determine if you are deficient. This is just one of the many healing actions you can take towards finding relief from Vulvodynia. It's a long road but you can heal. I did!