Averts Heart Problems
As mentioned, vitamin D helps strengthen the muscles by preserving their fibers. The heart is a large muscle, so it also benefits from that. Although professionals still lack clear evidence and consensus that vitamin D prevents heart diseases, research showed positive results. In some of these studies, participants who took vitamin D or had a high level of vitamin D in their system were at a lower risk of heart disease than those on a placebo. But regardless of whether or not further research is needed for its benefit on the heart, we can’t deny that it has a positive effect on overall health, which means that includes the heart.
For example, vitamin D regulates the inflammation and immune cells that have roles in cardiovascular problems like atherosclerosis. Proper control of these cells can avoid the said heart problem. Another function of this vitamin is its ability to relax the arteries and keep them flexible, thus regulating blood pressure. It prevents high blood pressure that could lead to stroke, heart attack, and chest pains.
