If you are you wondering about Vitamin D and Constipation then you've come to the right place. And the answer to your question is that 'Yes', taking vitamin d CAN and does cause constipation despite what your doctor may have told you. There is even a simple solution AND interesting information about your body that you'll learn from this page. Bear with me for a moment because you need to first understand about the relationship between Magnesium and Vitamin D in order in order to understand what is going on here and how you are going to fix this. When vitamin d is taken it requires magnesium- and other nutrients known as 'cofactors'- in order to work properly, and those who have even a subtle magnesium deficiency will then get obvious Signs of Magnesium Deficiency after taking vitamin d. Other problems that vitamin D can cause from lack of magnesium and other cofactors are things like:And many other related issues. Many people will think this is a sign of Overdose on Vitamin D, but it is not.
It's just a sign that you are nutrient deficient, possibly seriously deficient. Constipation is one of these signs of magnesium deficiency and if you are getting constipation from vitamin d, then your body is telling you that you ARE magnesium deficient and that you probably have been for a long long time. Most people who complain of Vitamin D and Constipation have had other health problems related to magnesium deficiency for long periods of time, but they simply didn't realize what they were. So, the solution for most people is to simply follow the instructions on the Magnesium Dosage page and remedy your magnesium deficiency. But do remember that vitamin d also uses up OTHER nutrients too, such as Vitamin K and Vitamin A, and many many people get relief from their Vitamin D Side Effects from taking Vitamin K and Vitamin A as well. Since deficiencies of these nutrients are also rampant in western countries, I NEVER EVER recommend taking large doses of single nutrients, and the best course of action is to take all of the cofactors necessary as 'insurance' against vitamin d side effects.
We've included all of these cofactors into our Vitamin D Absorption Pack for convenience. As you just found out, not getting the necessary cofactors with vitamin d is a recipe for problems- and since you found out that you are deficient in both vitamin D and in magnesium, what OTHER nutrients are you deficient in that will cause even more problems if you 'just' take high doses of magnesium and vitamin d? So, if you are going to correct these two nutrient deficiencies, then you should consider taking a HIGH QUALITY multivitamin supplement such as our Daily Vitamin Supplement that contains Vitamin A, Vitamin K, magnesium and more, or do it right and get the full Vitamin D Absorption Pack for best results and to prevent most side effects. For your next step, go to the Magnesium Dosage page and find out the right dosage of magnesium that is right for you.. Already Answered Questions about Vitamin D Side Effects Click below to see already answered questions about Vitamin D Side Effects.
vitamin D - cause constipation? I am a 79-y/o white female. I never took calcium with vitamin D in the past because of constipation. I have had hypercalcemia in the past anyway, on blood … Does Vitamin D Cause Constipation? SINCE I HAVE BEEN TAKING 2000 IUS OF VTAMIN D 3 (as cholecalciferol) I have become so constipated I have never been constipated.I feel as if I need to … Is Constipation a Side Effect of Vitamin D? My Vitamin D level is 8 ng/ml. My doctor put me on once a week pill 50,000 units plus additional 1,800 by mouth a day and I've been taking it for 5 weeks … Back to Top of Vitamin D and ConstipationBack to Easy Immune Health Home PageVitamin C is more commonly known as a vitamin that is needed for the growth and repair of our tissues, such as our bones and skin, supporting our immune system, and as a powerful antioxidant which helps fight free radicals caused by today’s modern lifestyle. However, vitamin C can also be an effective natural remedy for constipation.
Higher doses of vitamin C have been shown to have a laxative effect, which can provide some welcome relief for constipation sufferers. It works by increasing the speed of the digestive process, thereby increasing the frequency of bowel movements and allowing food matter to pass quicker through the intestines and prevent blockages or build up. The UK RDA (recommended daily allowance) for adults is 40mg a day, which we generally get quite easily from our diets through fruit and vegetables. For constipation though, this will vary on the individual but you can take between 2,000-5000mg a day to help relieve your symptoms – this should be split over equal doses (e.g. 1000mg in the morning and 1000mg in the evening). In order to get such high doses to help treat your constipation you will need to buy a supplement as it is nigh on possible to get this amount just from food. To get 2000mg a day you’d have to be eating over 20 oranges! You must build up the amount of vitamin C you take gradually though – do not start straight away, for example, with 3,000mg as this can cause diarrhoea, flatulence and stomach cramp in some people.
Start slowly with 500mg a day and gradually increase by 500mg a day until you find the level that works for you. Please note: Do not start taking high doses of vitamin C if you have any other health condition, are taking any medication or are pregnant or trying to fall pregnant – you must speak to your GP first. As always, there’s a whole host of companies now providing vitamin C supplements – dissolvable, chewable, liquid and as a tablet. The physical form of vitamin C is completely up to you and how you would prefer to take it. Some people prefer a dissolvable or chewable form as they are easier to take, especially for those who hate swallowing tablets. But there are then a number of different types of vitamin C, some of which you may find cause other symptoms such as acid reflux or bloating. I would therefore recommend you look for one of two different types to help tackle constipation: The Allergy Research Group do a great range of different vitamin C products, and in different forms, which I would recommend if you suffer from constipation.
The RDA for children under the age of 10 years is 30mg a day. If however your child is suffering from constipation, which is quite common, then you can give them extra vitamin C (in split doses as I mentioned above) to help get things moving. Again, start slowly and increase over time up to around 400mg a day for children under the age of 3 years old and up to 650 mg for those under 10 years. I would strongly advise you speak to your doctor first though and do not give high dose vitamin C to babies under 1 year old without seeking medical advice first. An ester-C or buffered vitamin C would be best to support their sensitive stomachs as well and prevent any additional side effects. You can read more about child constipation here. Yes definitely, and food should be your main source of vitamin C when aiming for your recommended daily allowance of 40mg. The best sources of vitamin C are from fruit and vegetables including: Just one kiwi fruit will provide over 160mg of vitamin C, so it is easy to get your daily 40mg.