Question 1

hi dr. , i have gout and vitamin d deficiency, can i take gnc's triple cod liver oil daily ?

Accepted Answer

Yes...: While I wouldn't expect the fish oil to treat or improve your gout or vitamin D deficiency, I don't thinking taking this supplement once a day would be harmful for these conditions.  There might be some gastrointestinal side effects such as heartburn or bloating associated with this supplement, however.  Including fish in your diet may be an even better choice. Good wishes!

Question 2

is taking vitamin d good or not good for a gout patient?

Accepted Answer

: Vitamin D is a good supplement for Gout patients to use. It helps with reducing inflammation, preventing gout flareups and improving  your immune system. You should also consider daily Vitamin C use which decreases uric acid levels.

Question 3

i take vitamin d, lipitor (atorvastatin) medicine for gout and niacin nightly before bedtime. i am having sleep problems andi get up in the middle of the night. is there any problemwith me?

Accepted Answer

Problem?: You have a few health issues, and though getting up once or even twice may be normal for an older individual, it may not be for a young man or female.  Get a check up, or discuss this issue with your physician to make sure this is not a prostates issue, and infection.

Question 4

can megadoses of vitamins, particularly b3 (niacin) over 12 months cause gout? talking 400% above rda  on niacin alone.

Accepted Answer

Gout: Gout is a condition involving high uric acid in the system, causing crystals to form in joints, especially the great toe.  Large doses of vitamins do not cause gout.

Question 5

why is vitamin d important?

Accepted Answer

Bone health: Vitamin d  is important for bone health, improve and prevent cardiovascular disease, reduce the risk of cancers and overall general well-being.

Question 6

what is vitamin d good for?

Accepted Answer

Calcium metabolism: Vitamin d. Is a hormone that is absorbed into your cell's nucleus and affects the types of proteins that your cell makes. The specific proteins that vitamin d regulates help you to maintain enough calcium and phosphorus in your body to allow the muscles to function properly, the bones to retain enough but not too much calcium.  Without it, he would develop rickets and osteoporosis.

Question 7

what vegetables have vitamin d?

Accepted Answer

Some mushrooms: Vegetables, as a rule, are a lousy vitamin d source.  The best vitamin d comes from your skin when it's exposed to sunlight.  The best source of dietary vitamin d is cold water fish.  Further, whether vegetable derived vitamin d  (d2) does the same thing as that which comes from animal sources  (d3) is still a matter of dispute.  Many vitamin d experts think that it does not.

Question 8

what is the benefit of vitamin d?

Accepted Answer

Many!: Breast cancer and colon cancer rates are doubled with significant deficiency! Heart disease and stroke risk is increased. Pain is more commonly felt. Certain autoimmune diseases, including MS are increased.
I believe supplemental D should be taken by all, as I do!

Question 9

my vitamin d : 16.9
what should i do?

Accepted Answer

Low Vitamin D: Experts recommend that Vitamin D be between 50-80.  Many people have low D.  Speak w/your doctor.  You can supplement w/vitamin D3 from the health food store.  Many people need 5000 IUs daily but your doc will let you know.  Peace and good health.

Question 10

what are the best sources of vitamin d?

Accepted Answer

Several: First and foremost, sunlight.  However, if you live where it's cold enough to have a winter, sunlight won't be strong enough to give you what you need.  Food sources include salmon, herring, mackerel, whale blubber (for real!) and there is a small amount in some mushrooms.  Easier to get it from a supplement.

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Hi dr. , i have gout and vitamin d deficiency, can i take gnc's triple cod liver oil daily ?

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Is taking vitamin d good or not good for a gout patient?

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I take vitamin d, lipitor (atorvastatin) medicine for gout and niacin nightly before bedtime. i am having sleep problems andi get up in the middle of the night. is there any problemwith me?

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Can megadoses of vitamins, particularly b3 (niacin) over 12 months cause gout? talking 400% above rda on niacin alone.

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Why is vitamin d important?

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What is vitamin d good for?

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What vegetables have vitamin d?

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My vitamin d : 16.9 what should i do?

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