{"id":11624,"date":"2016-07-29T02:21:39","date_gmt":"2016-07-29T02:21:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mistermanpower.net\/blog\/?p=11624"},"modified":"2020-07-26T12:32:04","modified_gmt":"2020-07-26T12:32:04","slug":"vitamin-d-most-important-vitamin-for-men","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mistermanpower.net\/blog\/vitamin-d-most-important-vitamin-for-men.php","title":{"rendered":"Vitamin D – Perhaps The Most Important Vitamin For Men"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Vitamin D plays so many vital roles for us as a man… it supports our testosterone production, strengthens our erections and libido, keeps our immune system strong, helps build and maintain muscle mass, keeps us in a healthy state of mind and much more…<\/p>\n

And with Vitamin D deficiency hitting over 40% of the population<\/a>, there’s a strong possibility that if you are experiencing a lower libido than you’d like, ED, more colds and flus, an inability to gain muscle, or depression \u2014 than you too may be low on Vitamin D.<\/p>\n

So before you consider the medical route to treat any of these issues,\u00a0I will describe here the various benefits you’ll experience with restoring your Vitamin D levels through supplementation.\u00a0Vitamin D supplements can cheaply and easily restore the natural masculine balance in your body that may be lacking.<\/p>\n

While this has several points that are of benefit to men only, it also has several that apply to women as well.<\/p>\n

Increased Testosterone Production<\/h2>\n

Many men experience the above mentioned symptoms of low libido, weak erections and possible depression or irritability and think, “hey, I should go get on testosterone therapy”<\/em>… And while you will most likely experience a benefit in all these areas while on TRT, you will just be putting a bandaid on the wound, rather than healing the problem at the source.<\/p>\n

And at much more of a cost, along with possible negative side effects, such as hair loss, decreased testicle size or prostate enlargement…<\/p>\n

Studies have shown that Vitamin D supplementation increases testosterone production<\/a> on its own, so give that a try first.<\/p>\n

Harder Erections<\/h2>\n

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If you are experiencing weaker erections than you’d like, you may be able to strengthen your performance without the need for Cialis or Viagra.<\/p>\n

Before making the embarrassing and time consuming visit to your doctor, try picking up some Vitamin D on your way home from work.\u00a0Several studies have shown a strong correlation between erectile dysfunction and low Vitamin D levels<\/a>. Vitamin D supplementation could very well be the low-cost, low-risk method of strengthening your erections that you are looking for.<\/p>\n

Give it a shot.<\/p>\n

Increased Muscle Mass and Strength<\/h2>\n

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While a debatable point, several studies<\/a> have shown that Vitamin D supplementation can increase muscle mass and strength.<\/p>\n

It would make sense… if testosterone production increases, ability to gain muscle mass should improve as well.<\/p>\n

Studies that showed a beneficial effect should be reproduced, with larger populations. Could be the testosterone effect requires larger amounts of Vitamin D than what were given in the studies, or needed to be administered for longer periods of time.<\/p>\n

I personally have upped my Vitamin D intake in recent times, and have seen an increase in strength and size, so can vouch for seeing a muscle and strength building effect. I’ve also recently received a few unsolicited comments from different people saying I look larger, which was interesting to me… only recent difference was an increase in Vitamin D.<\/p>\n

Improved Healing Ability<\/h2>\n

I sprained my thumb a few months back while playing football.\u00a0 At first it didn’t hurt much, but began to really hurt after some time, especially in the gym.<\/p>\n

It was frustrating to say the least… it especially hurt when I was in the cold weather, and had to pick up my little one… while not debilitating, it was pretty painful. I thought it was going to get better on its own, but I didn’t experience much of an improvement.<\/p>\n

I took Vitamin C in high dose which was supposed to be helpful, along with a number of other supplements for ligament repair from GNC, but the pain persisted. I was getting closer to visiting the doctor, which would probably have lead to a referral to an orthopaedist, and possible surgery or long term cast… all things I wanted to avoid.<\/p>\n

I began to take Vitamin D supplements in larger doses, and the pain has all but disappeared. I have a very<\/em>\u00a0minor\u00a0<\/em>discomfort during one exercise at the gym (overhead dumbbell tricep workout), but other than that, nothing… and the effect was rapid.<\/p>\n

Just researching now…. I came across this article showing low Vitamin D levels slow repair<\/a>\u00a0in a ligament injury, so it appears to indeed be another benefit of the miracle vitamin.<\/p>\n

Cut Out Stomach Fat<\/h2>\n

Another thing I’ve noticed since upping the Vitamin D is that while I’ve gained some muscle mass, my midsection is smaller… which is awesome.<\/p>\n

In this study, adults who supplemented with Vitamin D lost significantly more weight<\/a> and stomach fat then adults who didn’t… they were obese to begin with, but the effect is so strong that it is highly likely replicable in non-overweight people.<\/p>\n

Mental Wellbeing<\/h2>\n

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Vitamin D deficiency is quite often overlooked when someone complains of depression.<\/p>\n

They may go to their doctor with complaints of the blues, and the doctor prescribes them an antidepressant, rather than fixing the underlying issue \u2014 Vitamin D deficiency has been tied<\/a> to symptoms of depression, and low levels of Vitamin D are often found in individuals with psychological disorders such as bipolar disorder<\/a>, so improving your mind state and mental well-being can be as simple as increasing your Vitamin D intake.<\/p>\n

If feeling low, your Vitamin D levels may just be a bit low. Supplement for some time, and see how you feel!<\/p>\n

Boost To Your Immune System<\/h2>\n

When it comes to the immune system, most experts will say vitamin C and zinc are the big winners.<\/p>\n

But there’s an up and coming contender… Vitamin D has been shown to play a strong role in boosting the immune system<\/a>, and may possibly curb serious diseases and cancers.<\/p>\n

Deficiency in vitamin D is associated with increased autoimmunity as well as an increased susceptibility to catching colds and flus. And while more studies are needed, several have shown promise that Vitamin C may reduce cancer risk<\/a>, as well as multiple sclerosis<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Areas closer to the equator, where there is stronger \u2014 and longer \u2014 exposure to sunlight, are said to have lower incidences of many major diseases and cancers.<\/p>\n

Good For Your Mug… and Mane<\/h2>\n

To add to the benefits of Vitamin D, intake of Vitamin D after sun exposure works to keep you from getting sunburned… in high doses, it reduces swelling and inflammation. Now… don’t go out in the sun on a mission to get burned \/ tanned, but just know, it can protect you a bit.<\/p>\n

Also, when it comes to hair, Vitamin D has been shown to help the creation of new hair follicles…<\/a>\u00a0Will it work as well as an FDA approved hair loss drug? Not likely, but why not throw it in there as well…<\/p>\n

How Much Vitamin D Do You Need?<\/h2>\n

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When it comes to our bodies, each one of us is different.\u00a0There’s no bible anywhere with a commandment as to how much vitamin D you need for\u00a0you\u00a0<\/em>to specifically see the effect you are looking for. Best is for you to try out different amounts until you feel good. However, there are are some general guidelines<\/a>, from different sources, showing the safe limits. Some things I do know:<\/p>\n