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A member asked:

I m low on vit d(7.3 ng/ml) strted taking supplement..experiencing more legs pain thn b4.i take 2000 -3000 mg per day..

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Dr. John Michalski answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

D3: Add more hydration. Consider bananas and oranges to add potassium.

Answered 5/1/2015

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