Relieves stress
Vitamin D isn’t just good for your bones, it’s also good for your mood. A new study finds that people who are deficient in vitamin D are more likely to report feeling stressed.
Researchers looked at data from over 3,000 adults and found that those with lower levels of this vitamin D were more likely to say they felt stress. They were also more likely to have higher levels of the stress hormone cortisol. (5)
“This study provides further evidence that vitamin D is important not just for physical health, but for mental health as well,” said lead author. “And it adds to a growing body of evidence that suggests people who are deficient in vitamin D are at increased risk of various mental health problems.” If you’re feeling stressed, make sure you’re getting enough vitamin D.